Magnus Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Magnus originates from the Latin word meaning 'great' or 'large.' It has evolved through various languages, maintaining its significance as a name denoting greatness. While it has no direct biblical relevance, it has historical significance due to its association with notable figures and leaders. Today, Magnus is seen as a strong, classic name with a positive image.
The name Magnus is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Magnus has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Magnus' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1901st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3246th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4280th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6766th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4624th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1422nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 798th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Magnus' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Magnus"
Pronunciation
/ˈmæɡnəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Magnus is derived from the Latin word 'magnus,' meaning 'great' or 'large.' It was used as a title or name for kings and notable figures in ancient Rome.
Meaning
great, large
Language Evolution
Magnus (Latin), Magnus (Old Norse), Magnus (Scandinavian languages), Magnus (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early medieval period, particularly in Scandinavia, due to its adoption by various kings and leaders, including Saint Magnus Erlendsson, the Earl of Orkney.
Variants & Derivatives
Magni, Magne, Magnusson, Maggie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Magnus is perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with leadership and greatness, and has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years.
Famous People
Magnus Carlsen - World Chess Champion, Magnus Chase - Fictional character in Rick Riordan's series, Magnus Bane - Fictional character from 'The Mortal Instruments' series
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Magnus"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Magnus"
"Magnus" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1901st of 7545 | 273 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3246th of 6773 | 99 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4280th of 7552 | 57 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6766th of 10718 | 30 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4624th of 16616 | 162 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1422nd of 24088 | 1,628 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 798th of 23106 | 3,560 |
Regional Popularity of "Magnus" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
67.37% 954th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.53% 1353rd/4582 |
31.74% 1639th/5164 |
25.73% 1882nd/7313 |
15.26% 1139th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
18.20% 725th/3984 |
19.08% 856th/4487 |
14.92% 1018th/6822 |
10.23% 642nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Magnus" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Magnus"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Magnus" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.