Maximus

See also: maximus

English

Etymology

Proper noun

Maximus

A male given name

Usage notes

This given name is one of those traditionally given to Black African slaves in the United States, similar to many others of Classical origins given to slaves

Derived terms

Max (diminutive)

Latin

Etymology

From maximus (“the greatest”)

Pronunciation

(Classical) IPA^(key): /ˈmak.si.mus/, [ˈmak.sɪ.mʊs]

Proper noun

Maximus

A cognomen; later also a name of early Christian saints.

Descendants

Male given name

Czech: Maxim
French: Maxime
Greek: Μάξιμος (Máximos)
Italian: Massimo

Latvian: Maksims
Macedonian: Максим (Maksim)
Russian: Макси́м (Maksím)
Spanish: Máximo

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