Magnus
mag-nus
US Popularity:1622
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:greatest
Magnus is a boy’s name with Latin origins. In Latin, this name is a direct translation meaning “greatest”. Magnus is a popular name throughout Scandinavia and was first introduced to the region by the Norwegian king, Magnus I. The king was named after Carolus Magnus, better known as Charles the Great from the Holy Roman Empire. Since then, the name Magnus has continued to be used throughout Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Famous actor and comedian, Will Ferrell, with the help of his Swedish wife, picked Magnus for one of his son’s names.
Magnus Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Magnus is currently #1038 on The Bump
Boy:Magnus is currently #279 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Magnus is currently #1622 in U.S. births
Boy:Magnus is currently #555 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1622
in 2022
- 117
from 2021
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