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Maximilia is the feminine form of Maximilian in German and is derived from the Latin name Maximilianus, which in turn has its origin in the Roman nickname Maximus. The name can be directly translated as "the greatest".
What does the name Maximilia mean?
The name Maximilia is the feminine variant of Maximilian in German and originates from the Latin term Maximilianus, which comes from the Roman nickname Maximus. Translated, Maximilia means "the greatest". The roots of the name lie in Latin, derived from the word maxĭmus, which means "very large" or "the greatest", and is a comparative form of the adjective magnus, which means "large" and "important". In Catalan, the name is written as Maximilià. Other variants include Maximiliana, Maximiliane, Maximilienne, Masimilla, and Massimiliana. The name gained fame through Marie Franzisca Maximilia von Montbarrey and Maximilia Eleonore Schwanberg von Bor.
Where does the name Maximilia come from?
The first name Maximilia has its roots in Latin and means "the greatest". The etymology consists of the Latin term magnus for "large" and "important" as well as the comparative form maxĭmus for "very large" and "the greatest". The relevant languages are German, Italian, and Catalan.
How do you pronounce Maximilia?
The name Maximilia has a clear, four-syllable structure and is usually pronounced as "Ma-xi-mi-li-a" [maksimiˈliːa]. The rhythmic sequence of syllables creates a harmonious sound structure. The consonants give the name substance, while the open "-ia" gently fades away. Maximilia has a melodious, confident, and simultaneously feminine-elegant character.
When is the name day of Maximilia?
The name days for Maximilia are celebrated on March 10, March 12, August 14, and October 12.
Popularity
In Germany, Maximilia is among the more common first names. The current rank in the list of the most popular female baby names is 1,740. The name achieved its best placement in 2014 with the 939th position. In the last ten years, Maximilia has been given around 170 times, placing it at 1,803 in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,804. There are also international placements for Maximilia.
Nicknames & pet names
Lia / Malia / Max / Maxi / Maxime / Maxy / Mila / Mili / Milli / Milly / Mäxle
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Famous people
- Maximilia (Queen) (Queen of the Netherlands)
Frequently asked questions about the name Maximilia
What is the origin of the name Maximilia?
The first name Maximilia has its roots in Latin and means "the greatest". It is derived from the Latin word "magnus" for "large" and the comparative form "maxĭmus".
What does the name Maximilia mean?
Maximilia means "the greatest" and is the feminine form of Maximilian. The name comes from Latin and emphasizes size and importance.
How popular is the name Maximilia?
Maximilia is a rare but elegant name that is particularly appreciated in German-speaking countries and in some other European regions.