Maxwell
/makswehl/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Maxwell is a English name meaning "Maccus's stream". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh. Scottish; from the surname Maxwell, composed of the Old English elements 'maccus' (a personal name, possibly meaning 'battle chief') and 'wella' (stream, spring).
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic makswehl
IPA mækswɛl
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as makswehl. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Maxwell
- · Maxwell Smart - Fictional Spy (Get Smart)
- · Maxwell Perkins - American Book Editor
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