Discover name insights instantly.

Uncover the origin, popularity, and more for any name.

Name Origin

Magnus is a masculine given name of Latin origin meaning 'great' or 'largest.' It was often used as a title for Roman emperors and rulers.

latinmasculinepowerfulstrongemperorrulergreatness

Famous People

Magnus the Good (1024-1069)

King of Norway

  • Unified Norway under his rule
  • Promoted Christianity in Norway
  • Known for his wisdom and justice

Magnus Carlsen (1990-)

Chess Grandmaster

  • World Chess Champion since 2013
  • Youngest player to reach a rating of 2800 Elo
  • Multiple world chess champion titles

Magnus Hirschfeld (1868-1935)

Sexologist and Physician

  • Pioneer in the study of human sexuality
  • Founded the Institute for Sexual Science in Berlin
  • Advocated for LGBTQ+ rights