Max

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Short form of Maximilian or Maxwell. A favorite in Australia since the 1979 debut of the "Mad Max" film trilogy. Used as an independent name in the United States starting in the 1880s.

Popularity: Ranked #98 in 2010; See More Popularity Rankings
Origin: Latin
Gender: Male
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Variations: Maxie +; Maxine +; + Add a Variation
Alternative Spellings: Maks +; Maxx +; + Add an Alternative
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Famous Maxs: Max Lucado (Christian author); Max Roach (percussionist/jazz composer); Miracle Max("Princess Bride" character); Max Baer Jr. (actor); "Max" (2002 film); Max Bentley (hockey Hall of Famer); Max von Sydow (Swedish actor); + Add a Famous Max
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