Maxine
Meaning: Greatest — vast in scope and deeply admired
Origin: Latin/English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #402
Total births: 74
History: Maxine peaked in the 1970s in Australia. Maxine McKew defeated PM John Howard in his own seat — a political earthquake. Maxine means Australian political audacity.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1954) | #97 |
| Babies named Maxine in 1954 | 74 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 74 |
| Peak year | 1954 (74 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #97 |
Frequently asked about Maxine
What does the name Maxine mean?
Maxine means “Greatest — vast in scope and deeply admired” from Latin/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Maxine?
Maxine has Latin/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Greatest — vast in scope and deeply admired”.
How popular is Maxine in Australia?
Maxine ranked #97 in Australia in 1954 — given to 74 babies that year.
When was Maxine most popular?
Maxine peaked in 1954 with 74 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Maxine a boy or girl name?
Maxine is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Maxines in registered births are female.