Magnus: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced MAG-nuhs · 2 syllables
Magnus means “great”, from Latin.
Borrowed from Latin magnus (“great”), taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.
- Meaning
- great
- Origin
- Latin
- Pronunciation
- MAG-nuhs
- US rank (2025)
- #763
- US babies a year
- about 340 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Magnus?
Magnus was the #763 name in the US in 2025, given to 337 babies. It’s rising: up 69% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #763 |
| England & Wales | #392 |
| Scotland | #119 |
| Northern Ireland | #392 |
| Norway | #17 |
| Canada | #520 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Magnus?
Half of US adults named Magnus are older than 23; most are between 18 and 62. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Magnus
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Magnus have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Magnus
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Magnus
What does the name Magnus mean?
Magnus means “great”. It comes from Latin.
How do you pronounce Magnus?
Magnus is pronounced MAG-nuhs.
How popular is the name Magnus?
Magnus was the #763 name in the US in 2025, given to 337 babies. It’s rising: up 69% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Magnus?
Half of US adults named Magnus are older than 23. Most are between 18 and 62.