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Max

/ MAKS /

masculine

Meaning

Greatest

Origin

Latin

A short form of Maximilian or Maxwell, it derives from 'maximus'. It has been a popular standalone name offering punchy energy for over a century.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Max.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ESTP
11.5%
ENTP
10.2%
ESFP
9.4%
ISTP
8.8%
ENTJ
7.9%
ENFP
7.1%
ESTJ
6.8%
ISTJ
6.2%
INTP
5.9%
ENFJ
5.4%
ISFP
5.1%
INTJ
4.7%
ISFJ
3.8%
INFJ
3.2%
ESFJ
2.9%
INFP
2.1%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Max is a friendly, universal name. It is associated with adventure and is the perfect choice for parents seeking a short, strong name.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

M

Max Planck

Physicist (1858–1947)

M

Max Verstappen

F1 Champion (b. 1997)

Sibling Names

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