Maxel is of French origin, derived from Maximilian, which means 'greatest'. It consists of two elements: 'maximus', meaning 'great', and '-el' as a diminutive suffix. The name Maxel thus translates to 'little greatest'. This unique moniker offers a charming alternative to traditional names like Maxwell or Max.
Maxel is a rare name indeed, with only 22 known instances of it being given to newborns over the course of nearly a century (1917-2018). The most popular years for the name seem to be 1931 and 2015, each seeing six births. It's interesting that there was another spike in popularity in 2018, with five Maxels born that year.