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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.

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Famous People

Magnus Carlsen (1990-)

Chess Grandmaster

  • World Chess Champion since 2013
  • Youngest player to achieve a rating of 2800 Elo

Magnus Maximus (335-388)

Roman Emperor

  • Western Roman Emperor from 383 to 388
  • Led a successful revolt against the emperor Gratian

Magnus Hirschfeld (1868-1935)

Physician and Sexologist

  • Pioneered the study of homosexuality and transgender identity
  • Founded the Institute for Sexual Science in Berlin