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Name Origin

Maxwell is a Scottish surname derived from the place name Maxweill, meaning 'great spring' or 'stream'. It has been used as a given name since the late 19th century.

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Famous People

James Clerk Maxwell (1831-1879)

Physicist

  • Formulated the classical theory of electromagnetic radiation
  • Laid the foundations for modern physics

Maxwell Perkins (1884-1947)

Literary editor

  • Edited works by Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Thomas Wolfe
  • Considered one of the greatest literary editors in American history

Maxwell Caulfield (1959-)

Actor

  • Known for roles in films like 'Grease 2' and 'The Adventures of Ford Fairlane'
  • Appeared in numerous television series