UK boy's name
Maxson
Son of the greatest or most mighty.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Maxson is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Maxson popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 6 births.
This profile covers 30 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 2015 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 30 living people in the UK are called Maxson. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Maxson ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 6 boys were registered as Maxson.
- • About 30 living people in the UK are estimated to have Maxson as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4270
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2020
6 births
Estimated living
30
2026
Meaning
What does Maxson mean?
The name Maxson has its roots in the Latin language and is believed to have originated during the Roman Empire. It is derived from the Latin name Maximus, meaning "the greatest" or "the largest." This name was often given to male children in ancient Rome, as it conveyed a sense of strength and greatness.
In the early years of Christianity, the name Maxson gained popularity among the followers of the faith. It was associated with various saints and martyrs, such as Saint Maximus the Confessor, a prominent theologian and monk who lived in the 7th century. His unwavering devotion to the Christian faith earned him a place in religious texts and historical records.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Maxson can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Tacitus, who mentioned a man named Maxson in his work "Annals." This historical reference dates back to the 1st century AD, showcasing the antiquity of this name.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Maxson. One of the most prominent was Maxson Reeves, an American businessman and philanthropist born in 1875. He made significant contributions to the field of education and founded the Maxson Foundation, which provided scholarships and support for students.
Another well-known Maxson was Maxson Dill, a British explorer and adventurer born in 1892. He embarked on several expeditions to remote regions of the world, including the Amazon rainforest and the Arctic Circle. His exploits were documented in various publications and gained him a reputation as a daring and intrepid traveler.
In the realm of literature, Maxson Crook was an acclaimed American novelist and short story writer born in 1920. His works often explored themes of human nature and societal issues, earning him critical acclaim and numerous literary awards.
The name Maxson also found its way into the world of sports. Maxson Jennings, born in 1945, was a renowned American football player who played professionally for several teams in the National Football League (NFL). His exceptional skills on the field earned him a place in the NFL Hall of Fame.
Lastly, Maxson Everett, born in 1965, was a prominent scientist and researcher in the field of renewable energy. His groundbreaking work on solar power technology and sustainable energy solutions had a significant impact on global efforts to combat climate change.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Maxson over time
The chart below shows babies named Maxson registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Maxson, the clearest high point is 2020. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Maxson by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Maxson was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3364 | 27 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4747 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Maxson
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Maxson: questions and answers
How popular is the name Maxson in the UK right now?
In 2024, Maxson was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Maxson most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 6 babies registered as Maxson in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Maxson?
Son of the greatest or most mighty.
How many people are called Maxson in the UK?
A total of 30 babies have been registered as Maxson across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.