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Name Origin

Maxime is a French given name, traditionally a masculine name. It originates from the Latin word 'maximus' meaning 'greatest' or 'largest'.

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Famous People

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (1991-)

Chess Grandmaster

  • One of the top-ranked chess players in the world.
  • Former World Blitz Champion and French Chess Champion.

Maxime Gonalons (1989-)

Footballer

  • Played for Olympique Lyonnais and FC Barcelona

Maxime Talbot (1984-)

Ice hockey player

  • Won the Stanley Cup with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2009