maksis
Maksis is a masculine given name used in Latvia and among Latvian-speaking communities. It is commonly treated as a diminutive or affectionate form of Maksims (Maksim) and is closely related to the name Maximus, from which Maksim derives in many languages. In Latvian naming patterns, many male names end with the suffix -s, and Maksis is attested both as a standalone given name and as a pet form within families.
Geographic distribution and usage: The name is most common in Latvia, with historical records dating to the
Cultural context: Maksis appears in Latvian church and civil records and in some works of Latvian literature
Variants and related names: Related forms include Maksim and Maksims, from which Maksis is derived, as well
Notable people: There are no widely known figures with the given name Maksis in major encyclopedias; the