Maxine Tapley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Maxine Tapley — English
122K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Maxine Tapley is a name that combines English origins. The first name Maxine is a feminine given name of English origin. Maxine is an English feminine given name created as a feminine version of the name Max. It has been in regular use since the 1880s. Other names with the diminutive suffix -een, -ene, or -ine were also in fashion during the late 19th century and early 20th century. The increase in usage of the name in the 1890s has been attributed to the popularity of American actress Maxine Elliott, who was born Jessie Dermot. Another early media influence was Maxene Andrews of The Andrews Sisters singing trio. The surname Tapley: Amanda Tapley (contemporary), American beauty queen; Miss Alabama 2008 Chase Tapley (born 1991), American basketball player Colin Tapley (1907–1995), New Zealand-born British actor Daisy Tapley (1882–1925), Contralto and Activist David Tapley (born 1990), Lead singer, Irish Band Tandem Felix Harold Tapley (1875–1932), New Zealand politician John Tapley (1911–1956), American Negro league baseball player Lucy Hale Tapley (1857–1932), third president of Spelman College Rose Tapley (1881–1956), American stage and film actress Rufus P. Maxine is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 122K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Maxine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Maxine

English

Maxine is an English feminine given name created as a feminine version of the name Max. It has been in regular use since the 1880s. Other names with the diminutive suffix -een, -ene, or -ine were also in fashion during the late 19th century and early 20th century. The increase in usage of the name in the 1890s has been attributed to the popularity of American actress Maxine Elliott, who was born Jessie Dermot. Another early media influence was Maxene Andrews of The Andrews Sisters singing trio.

Surname: Tapley

Irish

Amanda Tapley (contemporary), American beauty queen; Miss Alabama 2008 Chase Tapley (born 1991), American basketball player Colin Tapley (1907–1995), New Zealand-born British actor Daisy Tapley (1882–1925), Contralto and Activist David Tapley (born 1990), Lead singer, Irish Band Tandem Felix Harold Tapley (1875–1932), New Zealand politician John Tapley (1911–1956), American Negro league baseball player Lucy Hale Tapley (1857–1932), third president of Spelman College Rose Tapley (1881–1956), American stage and film actress Rufus P.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Maxine is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Maxine by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Maxine Tapley:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Maxine?
The first name Maxine originates from English. Maxine is an English feminine given name created as a feminine version of the name Max. It has been in regular use since the 1880s. Other names with the diminutive suffix -een, -ene, or -ine were also in fashion during the late 19th century and early 20th century. The increase in usage of the name in the 1890s has been attributed to the popularity of American actress Maxine Elliott, who was born Jessie Dermot. Another early media influence was Maxene Andrews of The Andrews Sisters singing trio.
When was Maxine most popular?
The name Maxine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Tapley?
The surname Tapley originates from Irish. Amanda Tapley (contemporary), American beauty queen; Miss Alabama 2008 Chase Tapley (born 1991), American basketball player Colin Tapley (1907–1995), New Zealand-born British actor Daisy Tapley (1882–1925), Contralto and Activist David Tapley (born 1990), Lead singer, Irish Band Tandem Felix Harold Tapley (1875–1932), New Zealand politician John Tapley (1911–1956), American Negro league baseball player Lucy Hale Tapley (1857–1932), third president of Spelman College Rose Tapley (1881–1956), American stage and film actress Rufus P.
What are the origins of the name Maxine Tapley?
The name Maxine Tapley combines two different traditions: the first name Maxine has English roots, while the surname Tapley originates from Irish.
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