Maxine
English, from Latin, "the greatest"
Are you trying to compromise between two very different styles? Are you battling between Scottie and Seraphina, Charli and Charlotte, Banks and Blythe, Lillian and Lennox?
If so, Maxine might be the one for you: vintage in feel but more recently popular; sweet and sophisticated, without all the frills; perfectly familiar but not overused — it’s one that gives you the best of both worlds.
Similar in feel to Madeline, Matilda, or Josephine, Maxine also comes with a selection of versatile nickname options. These range from Max and Maxie to Mina and Minnie, and to more offbeat options like Xina and Maz, Miffy and Mim.
A relative of Maximillian, Magnus, and Maximus, Maxine has a strong and appealing meaning too. In fact, that's why Nameberry Reader Taryn chose it for her daughter — and suggested it for Nameberry of the Day! Meaning "greatest", Maxine reflects love, confidence, and determination.
