Maxwell

Meaning of Maxwell

From Maccus's well, or great stream.

Maxwell has Scottish roots — browse every Scottish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Maxwell

Maxwell has held fairly steady, sitting around #189 in 2025 after peaking at #107 in 2014.

Notable people named Maxwell

• Maxwell Caulfield
  British-American actor
• Maxwell Jenkins
  American actor
• Maxwell Perry Cotton
  American actor
• Maxwell Jacob Friedman
  Professional wrestler
• Maxwell Davenport Taylor
  U.S. Army General

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Questions about the name Maxwell

What does the name Maxwell mean?

Maxwell means from maccus's well, or great stream, and it comes from Scottish origins.

Is Maxwell a boy's or a girl's name?

Maxwell is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Maxwell?

In 2025, Maxwell ranked #189 for boys, down from #182 the year before.

When was Maxwell most popular?

Maxwell peaked at #107 in 2014.