1084 Majestic Baby Names Meaning Great

Names that unleash boundless potential and awe-inspiring strength.

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For many parents, finding a suitable name for their baby that's aesthetic and meaningful can be daunting. Baby names meaning great reflect the greatness and undying spirit of humans. These names are inspired by great people who've shaped the world with resilience and courage. Such historical and cultural associations with greatness can typically be witnessed in Greek and Roman cultures.

In ancient Greece and Rome, the concept of greatness was deeply intertwined with mythology and heroic feats of excellence. Thus, baby names in these civilizations were also influenced by conquests, mythology, architectural wonders, and virtuous attributes of mighty warriors like Alexander the Great, a world-renowned warrior who managed to keep the territories of Greece unified and protected. The Roman civilization also borrows inspiration for girl baby names from deities with the honorifics 'The Great Mother.' Similarly, African cultures often associate names meaning great with tribal history, valor, and ancestral lineage.
In Chinese customs, names are aligned with the symbolization of strength and significance. These names follow the Confucian ideals of ethical values and moral greatness that support community welfare (1). These names reflect a culture's emphasis on honor and perseverance.

Other traditional and religious associations with greatness, such as those in Judaism and Islam, reflect the divine attributes of strength and beauty, connecting individuals to divine power, and promoting righteous living.

In modern times, names meaning great have come to encompass the qualities of self-acceptance, perseverance, kindness, and compassion, while retaining their traditional associations. So, if you are looking for virtuous baby names that mean great, your search ends here. The following list encompasses beautiful baby names meaning great from various cultures, religions, and regions.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Sophia	Girl	She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom
Maxwell	Boy	Dweller by the great stream
Grant	Boy	Large; Tall; Big; Great
Maximus	Boy	Greatest
Mya	Girl	Great one; Mother; Emerald
Maximiliano	Boy	Greatest follower of Janus
Gideon	Boy	Great warrior
Joy	Girl	Happiness; Great pleasure; Delight; Rejoice; Beautiful jewel
Kendrick	Boy	Royal ruler; Bold Power; Chief hero; Greatest champion
Maia	Girl	Mother; Greater; Dame; Foster mother

Mack	Boy	Son; Great
Emmitt	Boy	Whole; Great; Universal
Maximilian	Boy	The greatest
Augustine	Boy	To increase; Venerable; Great
Darren	Boy	Great; Oaktree; One who is from Airelle
Emmie	Girl	Rival; Universal; Great
Mac	Boy	Son of; Great; Horse; Border; Guard; Screen; Curtain
Mohammed	Boy	Vastness; Magnitude in size; Greater than anything
Maxine	Girl	The greatest
Maximo	Boy	The greatest of men

Emmalyn	Girl	Brave; Unceasing; Whole; Great
Kabir	Boy	The great; Powerful; Leader
Kellen	Boy	Strong; Bright-headed; Slender; Great warrior; Swampy area
Arden	Girl	Great forest; Garden of Eden; High valley
Maxton	Boy	The greatest
Mordechai	Boy	A great soldier; One who worships Marduk
Ramiro	Boy	Great judge; Law; Wedge; Famous
Ayah	Girl	A sign of miracle; God's existence and greatness; The verses of Quran
Maxim	Boy	The greatest one
Rhiannon	Girl	Great queen; Great goddess

Emmalynn	Girl	Great; Whole; Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing
Massimo	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Paramount; Maximum; Highest
Riya	Girl	A female singer of great grace
Gus	Boy	Exalted; Majestic; Great; Venerable
Malaki	Boy	Messenger of God; Second; Big; Great; Handsome
Alisa	Girl	Noble; Kind; Nobility; Great happiness
Emmarie	Girl	Whole; Great; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Brave; Home
Pharaoh	Boy	One who spoils; A great hose or a palace
Aryeh	Boy	Lion; Lion of God; Greatest achievement
Atreyu	Boy	Son of all; Great warrior

Emme	Girl	Whole; Great
Emmet	Boy	Whole; Great
Jaleel	Boy	Great; Exalted; Important
Karleigh	Girl	Woman with great Strength
Ayat	Girl	Sign of miracle; God's existence and greatness
Arie	Boy	Lion of God; From Hadria; Greatest achievement
Maksim	Boy	The greatest
Jamel	Boy	To be beautiful; He who possesses great looks
Ema	Girl	Whole; Great
Ronaldo	Boy	One who advises with great power

Maxx	Boy	The greatest
Emmit	Boy	Whole; Great
Jahlil	Boy	A great and exalted man
Jamaya	Unisex	Beautiful; Greatly loved; God's gift
Darrian	Girl	Great; Oaktree; One who is from Airelle
Emarie	Girl	Ruler; King; Whole; Great; Brave; Wish for a child
Kendric	Boy	Bold power; Royal power; Chief hero; Greatest champion
Alyana	Girl	Great; High in status; Princess
Tai	Unisex	Peaceful or great
Jalil	Boy	Great; Exalted; Important

Denali	Girl	Great one; A mountain peak in North America
Aahil	Boy	King; Monarch; Great ruler; Great king
Darrin	Boy	Great; Oaktree
Maxson	Boy	The son of the greatest man
Hillel	Boy	Praise; Greatly praised
Manal	Girl	One who achieved great
Maja	Girl	Splendid; Mother; Great
Emalyn	Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Whole; Great
Anish	Boy	Supreme; Ultimate; Greatest authority; Without a ruler; Lord Shiva
Daren	Boy	Oaktree; Great; From Airelle; Edge

Mihira	Girl	The great Sun
Daron	Boy	The little great one; Oaktree; One who is from Airelle
Mariya	Girl	Greatly loved; Sea of bitterness
Ousmane	Unisex	God is great; Servant of God
Jailah	Unisex	Great; Superior
Aviraj	Boy	King of Kings; Great King
Darrion	Boy	Great; Oaktree; One who is from Airelle
Adison	Boy	Son of Adam; Great lord
Amjad	Boy	Greater glory; Noble; Most glorious
Atalie	Girl	God is great; Yahweh is exalted

Laksh	Boy	Destination. To aim or ashieve something great
Augusto	Boy	Majestic; Great; Dignified
Morrigan	Girl	A great emperor queen; The Goddess of death and war
Ostin	Boy	Great; Magnificent
Rickie	Boy	To rule strongly and with great power
Emmaleigh	Girl	Rival; Laborious; Eager; Universe; Whole; Great; Clearing
Daryn	Boy	Great; Oak tree; Talent
Emilyn	Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Whole; Great
Maxime	Boy	One who is the greatest
Nasser	Boy	One who reached the great place of decency

Maxen	Boy	Greatest
Ryanne	Girl	She who is a great queen
Emry	Boy	Ruler; King; Whole; Great; Brave; Home; Friend; Brother
Jalia	Girl	To be great
Mailyn	Girl	Hawthorn flower; Greater; Jade
Lariah	Girl	A person of great honor and Importance
Azim	Boy	Great; Magnificent; Perseverance
Kimoni	Boy	Great man
Azeem	Boy	Protector; Defender; Great; Magnificent
Maylynn	Girl	Beautiful; Great

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Around the world, names are the carriers of great stories and parental aspirations. Baby names meaning great not only symbolize personal achievements but also highlight the positive influence that individuals can have on communities and the world. Through the threads of history, culture, and tradition, these names serve as a reminder of the values and qualities that define greatness. They draw inspiration from virtues such as knowledge and intellectuality, natural elements, divine enlightenment, and historical greatness.

Infographic: Enchanting Boy And Girl Names That Mean Great

Baby names meaning great encapsulate parents' hopes and dreams for their children. They highlight the legacy of leadership, knowledge, devotion, perseverance, and innovation. The following infographic details enchanting names that embody the greatness of all things known to humankind.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can parents incorporate the meaning 'great' into their child's name without being too obvious or cliché?

Parents can search for names that subtly connect to the concept of greatness. For instance, parents can consider titles that imply strength, resilience, wisdom, excellence, and leadership. Alternatively, they can name their children after historical personalities known for greatness. They may also opt for names with symbolic meanings associated with greatness. For instance, the name Victor is associated with 'victory' and can indirectly symbolize greatness.

2. How can baby names meaning 'great' be used to inspire and motivate children to achieve greatness?

The significance behind a name can significantly affect an individual's self-belief and self-perception. So, explain the meaning of the name to the child. Emphasize that their name mirrors their potential, which will help boost their self-confidence. If the name you chose is associated with a prominent figure, you may share their story with the child to help them connect with their name and its meaning at a deeper level.

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Confucianism.
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