Magnus
Boy · Latin / Old Norse
magnus · 2 beats
Meaning
Great; the name of Charlemagne and the Scandinavian kings who took it after him.
The vibe
Magnus is exactly what it says — a name of unmistakable weight. Timeless and grounded, he has the bearing of someone people instinctively make room for.
Quick questions
Is Magnus a boy's or a girl's name?
Magnus is a boy's name of Latin / Old Norse origin.
How popular is Magnus?
Magnus sits in the sweet spot — recognised when you say it, but far from everywhere.
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