Maksen is of Slavic origin, derived from the Old Slavonic word 'maksim' meaning 'greatest'. It is a variant spelling of the name Maksim, which is also sometimes spelled Makxim or Makximov. The name has gained popularity in Eastern European countries such as Russia and Ukraine, but it is not particularly common elsewhere. Maksen is typically used for boys and does not have any commonly associated nickname variations. There are no notable historical figures with this name, and its usage appears to be primarily cultural rather than having a significant impact on popular culture or global trends. In terms of pronunciation, Maksen is usually sounded out as /maksɛn/.
"Maksen saw a gap of six years between its peak birth years, with 6 births each in 2012 and 2023. However, the name's popularity dipped to 5 births in 2018. Overall, Maksen has been given to 17 babies over these three years."