Maxwell
Male name · ★ Classic
30,378
Total Births
2000
Peak Year
#183
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Maxwell
Maxwell is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 30,378 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 148 births |
| 1890s | 294 births |
| 1900s | 507 births |
| 1910s | 843 births |
| 1920s | 554 births |
| 1930s | 332 births |
| 1940s | 263 births |
| 1950s | 289 births |
| 1960s | 178 births |
| 1970s | 358 births |
| 1980s | 2,252 births |
| 1990s | 8,121 births |
| 2000s | 10,753 births |
| 2010s | 4,211 births |
| 2020s | 1,275 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Maxwell?
Maxwell has been given to 30,378 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2000 with 1,296 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #183.
Is Maxwell a boy or girl name?
Maxwell is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Maxwell most popular?
Maxwell was most popular in 2000, when 1,296 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Maxwell?
Maxwell first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).