Maxime is a name of French origin, meaning 'the greatest'. It gained prominence during the Middle Ages and has since been adopted by various cultures worldwide. Traditionally a male name, Maxime is now also used for females in some countries. It has been popular among notable figures such as French footballer Maxime Gonalons and Swiss tennis player Roger Federer's twin daughters, who were named Myla Rose and Charlene Riva Maxime. The name Maxime has several variations including Maxence, Maximilian, and Maximus.
The name Maxime experienced a significant rise in popularity from the late 1980s onwards, with peaks in the late 1990s and early 2000s, but has since seen a decline in recent years.