Magnus: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Great, a name that has been borne by kings and champions.
- Origin
- Scandinavian / Latin
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #226
- Peak
- #450 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Magnus Means
Magnus is a boy name of Scandinavian / Latin origin. Great, a name that has been borne by kings and champions.
How Popular Magnus Is
Magnus currently ranks #226 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #450 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Magnus
- Magnus Carlsen is the world chess champion.
- Several Norse kings bore the name Magnus.
- The name literally means great in Latin.
Questions About Magnus
What does Magnus mean?
Magnus is a boy name of Scandinavian / Latin origin. Great, a name that has been borne by kings and champions.
How popular is Magnus?
Magnus currently ranks #226 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #450 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Magnus come from?
Magnus comes from Scandinavian / Latin roots. Magnus Carlsen is the world chess champion.
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