Magnus
Magnus is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “great.” It ranked #375 in the United States in 2025. Magnus is the Latin word for 'great,' first used as a cognomen by the Romans and later adopted widely across…
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what does Magnus mean?
The name Magnus means “great.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
Magnus is the Latin word for 'great,' first used as a cognomen by the Romans and later adopted widely across Scandinavia after Charlemagne (Carolus Magnus). Seven Norwegian kings bore the name. Chess champion Magnus Carlsen has given it modern intellectual associations. It is a name of supreme confidence and simplicity.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #375 |
| 2023 | #388 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Magnus?
- Magnus Carlsen (Norwegian chess grandmaster and former World Champion)
- Magnus Magnusson (Icelandic-British TV presenter, Mastermind)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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