Maxey

Patronymic

Meaning

Derived from the personal name Maxim or Max, with the suffix '-ey' indicating 'of' or 'belonging to.'

Etymology

The surname evolved from the given name Maxim (Latin Maximus, meaning 'greatest'). The '-ey' suffix is characteristic of English surnames derived from personal names.

About the Maxey Surname

Maxey is a patronymic surname derived from the personal name Maxim. It remains relatively uncommon but has a clear etymological connection to Latin naming traditions.

Distribution

Found primarily in the United States and United Kingdom, with scattered occurrences in other English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

Uncommon; limited notable bearers identified.

People with the Maxey Surname

Samuel Bell Maxey

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