Greatest
Maksym is the Ukrainian and Polish form of the Roman family name Maximus. It shares the same etymological root as the English word 'maximum', signifying the highest degree or greatest achievement. While common in Eastern Europe, it remains a distinctive and rare choice in the United States.
Less common today
Maksym isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,979 in 2014.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Ukrainian poet and academician
Ukrainian professional footballer
Ukrainian photojournalist and documentary filmmaker
