Maximus at a glance
- Meaning
- Greatest
- Origin
- Latin
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- boy
- Pronunciation
- MA-xi-mus
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Maaximus, Maximoos, Maximusi, Maximusya, Maaxeemus, Maaximusa
Lucky details for Maximus
- Number
- 7
- Color
- Sea Green
- Stone
- Amethyst
- Flower
- Water Lily
- Day
- Monday
- Planet
- Neptune
- Zodiac
- Pisces
- Metal
- Platinum
Maximus is a Latin name meaning “greatest”. Parents choose Maximus for its 3-syllable rhythm and its association with thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Maximus reduce to 7, a number linked with Neptune and with people who are insightful, spiritual, an original and independent thinker.
Numerology
Chaldean value 7 — Thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning.
Personality
Thoughtful, imaginative, drawn to meaning
Positive Traits
Insightful, spiritual, an original and independent thinker
Negative Traits
Needs quiet time and can seem distant when overwhelmed
Career Suggestions
Science, psychology, writing, film, philosophy
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FAQs about the name Maximus
What does the name Maximus mean?
Maximus means “greatest” and comes from a Latin root.
Is Maximus a boy or girl name?
Maximus is most often used as a boy name today.
How do you pronounce Maximus?
Maximus is pronounced MA-xi-mus (3 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Maximus?
The lucky number for Maximus is 7, ruled by Neptune.
What are good nicknames for Maximus?
Popular short forms include Maxi, Maxy, May.
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