48 Baby Names Meaning 'Greatness'

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Greatness is associated with qualities such as might, grandeur, power, and nobility. Baby names that mean ‘greatness’ capture these fantastic concepts into a single word. Parents choose these names, hoping their children will incorporate these positive attributes into their lives. These names have a timeless quality that has appealed to parents over the centuries.

One of the most popular names that means ‘greatness’ is Augustus. It is derived from the Latin word 'augere,' meaning ‘exalted’ and ‘venerable.’ Moreover, it also gave rise to other popular names such as Augusta, Augustine, and Auguste. Another historical name with this meaning is Charlemagne. It is derived from the Old French phrase Charles le Magne, which translates into ‘Charles the Great’ and was the name of the name of the 9th-century Frankish king. The Roman family name Maximus also means ‘greatest.’ This shows that history had several names that celebrated greatness.

These names have religious significance, too. Aaron in the Bible and Ali in the Quran both have meanings similar to ‘greatness.’ Ali has now given rise to the modern English name Aaliyah, too. Moreover, several mythologies also boast of such names. Some examples are Matrona in Celtic mythology, Morrigan in Irish mythology, and Rhiannon in Welsh mythology.

Parents who choose these names for their children may want to convey a powerful desire to grow up strong and admirable. Moreover, children with these names may grow up as achievers and may be impactful in whatever they do in life.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Ayah	Girl	A sign of miracle; God's existence and greatness; The verses of Quran
Jaleah	Girl	Sublime; Greatness; Honorary
Ayat	Girl	Sign of miracle; God's existence and greatness
Majesty	Unisex	Greatness; Grandeur; Nobility; Great; Large
Makeda	Girl	One who achieved Greatness
Alaa	Boy	Greatness; Elevation; Highness; Blessings; Favor
Jalal	Boy	Greatness
Prabhav	Boy	Impression; Greatness; Birth; Creation; Source; Origin
Mahima	Girl	The ability to become huge; Greatness; Glory
Mahith	Boy	Greatness; Honored; Festivity; Esteemed

Mahit	Boy	Honored; Renowned; Respected; One whose greatness is well known
Mahita	Girl	Celebrated; Greatness; Honored; Festivity
Ebubechukwu	Boy	The glory and greatness of God
Hiroki	Boy	Big; Brightness; Greatness
Garima	Girl	Dignity; Grace; Greatness
Manaf	Unisex	High status; Prestige; Greatness
Merideth	Boy	Lord of greatness; Lord of magnificence
Anaan	Boy	One who possesses greatness; Face; Shiva
Dharmaratna	Boy	One whose greatness is because of being righteous; Great Principled Man
Kosalram	Boy	One of many names of Lord Ram signifying his greatness and capability

Mahapurush	Boy	Great Being; One of many names of Lord Rama signifying his greatness
Mahee	Boy	Earth; Intellect; Greatness
Mahiman	Boy	A variant of Mahima; Greatness; Goodness; Most greatest
Mahiransh	Boy	Part of Greatness; Part of Earth
Mailabh	Boy	Honored; Renowned; Respected; One whose greatness is well-known
Mannis	Boy	Greatness; A variant of Mann which means Fierce and Strong Man
Mannus	Boy	Greatness; A variant of Mann which means Fierce and Strong Man
Ahtesham	Boy	Glory; Honor; Greatness
Azmat	Boy	Greatness; Might; Importance
Breid	Boy	Born to achieve greatness

Eadmaer	Boy	The one who comes from riches and greatness
Ethelmar	Boy	Noble greatness
Fakhruddaulah	Boy	Greatness of God
Lafa	Girl	Destined for greatness; Faith
Lavaine	Boy	A born leader; A person destined for greatness
Mahaadeva	Boy	The greatness of the God
Mekeda	Girl	Vastness; Magnitude; Greatness
Slavka	Girl	She who has achieved greatness
Teijinderjeet	Girl	One who wins God of greatness
Velyo	Boy	Great or greatness

Sijuwade	Boy	A man who is destined for greatness
Sakngea	Boy	Greatness
Fahreta	Girl	Fame; Greatness; Brilliance
Izet	Boy	Greatness; Glory
Longwei	Boy	Dragon greatness
Alaaya	Unisex	Greatness; Highness; Sublimity
Alaye	Unisex	Greatness; Sublimity; Highness
Mahil	Unisex	Kindness; One who progresses; Earth; Intellect; Greatness; God's gift

Greatness may appear in many forms. Celebrating all forms of this idea are names that mean ‘greatness.’ They are found in all languages and cultures. These names have been a part of history and have appeared several times throughout the centuries. Moreover, they are a part of several religions as well. These names may have ancient linguistic roots, but they have been adapted into modern forms over the years. Parents often choose these names to bestow a sense of achievement and victory over their children. They may hope that a child with this name may grow up to achieve great success.

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