744 Baby Boy Names That Mean Great

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Baby boy names meaning great have diverse origins and interpretations. The term 'great' is an adjective used to describe the size or magnitude, and/or importance or significance of something. Hence, names that mean 'great' carry a sense of importance. They often symbolize or represent admiration for a positive trait or quality. Parents opt for such titles, hoping their children will imbibe these qualities or characteristics. They also believe these names can remind the child to focus on their potential and achieve success in all life pursuits. Across cultures and religions, prominent historical figures inspire many names that mean 'great.' These names honor the figures they are inspired by and carry meaningful connotations that help add depth to the bearer's identity. Alazander, for instance, is a variation of the name Alexander, a name borne by several characters in the New Testament. Alexander the Great, the king of Macedon, was this name's most famous bearer (1). Another famous personality bearing a name associated with greatness was Akbar. Popularly known as Akbar the Great, he was the third Mughal Emperor of India. He was known for his cultural patronage, religious tolerance, and administrative and military achievements, which earned him respect across social strata (2). Many names meaning 'great' draw inspiration from myths and revered deities known for their exceptional qualities. Then, several names associated with greatness often symbolize virtues like leadership, wisdom, and strength. Parents chose these names to reflect their aspirations for their child's future. Some names meaning great may possess spiritual and religious significance as they take inspiration from revered deities, saints, prophets, or divine beings. Asija, Atreya, and Nanjayyan are names of some Hindu deities that mean great and are often given to children seeking divine blessings. If these names appeal to you and you want to explore similar names from different cultures, explore the following list.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Augustin	Boy	Venerable; Great
Augustina	Boy	Great; Magnificent
Augustine	Boy	To increase; Venerable; Great
Augustus	Boy	Great; Exalted
Austen	Boy	One who has a great and magnificient personality
Austeyn	Boy	A powerful and great person
Avak	Boy	The first one who has a great personality
Avgust	Boy	Great
Aylett	Boy	One who has noble and great personality
Aylmer	Boy	Nobly famous ; Derived from Adal; Noble; Great; A variant of Elmer

Azam	Boy	The greatest being alive
Azim	Boy	The great and magnificent being
Azmarliah	Boy	One who is of great importance
Azmat	Boy	A great, mighty and blessed person
Baaodhav	Boy	Humanitarian; One who has great respect for human values
Baecga	Boy	One who is in great love of nature
Bahaaldin	Boy	One who has great faith in God
Bahaudeen	Boy	One who has great faith in Almighty
Bahili	Boy	Student of the great Muhammad
Bahubala	Boy	With Great Strength; Power; Might

Bahurai	Boy	One with great riches, possessions, assets, and treasures
Baradwaj	Boy	One who has strength and Vigor; Descendant of Bharadvaja; Name of one of the great sages
Baseer	Boy	Born with a great vision
Bazir	Boy	Educated; A Great Person
Belcalis	Unisex	Devastating; Capable of great destruction
Berick	Boy	Grain farm; One who can reach great heights
Bhagavan	Boy	Of Great Fortune; King; Lord
Bhagavana	Boy	Of great fortune; King; Lord; God; The supreme Lord; Creator and ruler of this universe
Bharadvaja	Boy	Skylark; Strong and Fast; One who has strength or Vigor; Name of one of the great sages
Bharath	Boy	Very clever; Great; Good person; Being maintained; Name of Agni; Name of the brother of Lord Ram

Bhimasena	Boy	Having a Formidable Army which is active, quick and does things at great speed
Bhimavega	Boy	One who is active, quick and has a great speed to do things
Bhimsain	Boy	Brave; A Man of great size; Powerful; Mighty and courageous man
Bhringi	Boy	Name of an ancient Saint who was a great devotee of Lord Shiva
Bhurisravas	Boy	Bhurisravas was a prince of the Balhikas and an ally of the Kauravas, who was killed in the great battle of the Mahabharata.
Bichu	Boy	A great person
Biphul	Boy	Extensive; Huge; Large; A Lot; Great; Immense
Bipul	Boy	Extensive; Huge; Large; A Lot; Great; Immense
Biraat	Boy	Extensive; Huge; Large; A Lot; Great; Immense
Birendar	Boy	Lord of Warriors; A Great Warrior; Great Defender and Protector

Birinder	Boy	Lord of Warriors; A Great Warrior; Great Defender and Protector
Bishmeet	Boy	A Boy who is greatly blessed
Bodiccius	Boy	He who is a great victor
Bogomir	Boy	God is great
Bogumir	Boy	Derived from the elements bogu which means God and meru, which means great
Bolek	Boy	To achieve great glory
Boleslav	Boy	One who has the greater glory
Bomani	Boy	African Swahili - Great Warrior
Borenya	Boy	One who is a great person
Borey	Boy	Country or great city

Borre	Boy	He who is a great help
Bourey	Boy	Country or great city; A variant of the name Borey
Breid	Boy	Born to achieve greatness
Brhadgru	Boy	Great teacher
Brhadraja	Boy	Great king
Brhadvisa	Boy	Great protector
Bry	Boy	A man of great strength and power
Brynmor	Boy	From the great hill
Bulesh	Boy	Great; Immense
Bull	Boy	Man of great physical strength; Bull-man

Bulwinder	Boy	King of great power
Cadel	Boy	Great battle
Canakya	Boy	One who is a great scholar
Chachi	Unisex	Cool; Great
Chandrpeed	Boy	Name of the great Lord Shiva
Chanse	Boy	A great fortune holder
Charlemagne	Boy	Charles the Great
Chenghiz	Boy	He who is greatest and wise
Chidiebube	Boy	God is glorious and great
Chingis	Boy	A variant of Chenghiz; Greatest and wise

Chukwuebuka	Boy	God is great
Chukwuemeka	Boy	God did a greater deed
Ciabhan	Boy	A mortal in the Irish legend who fell in love with a beautiful goddess, Cliodhna, who was swept away into the sea by a great wave
Clyford	Boy	Walking through liquid substance like waves or lots of water with great effort
Coimagni	Boy	A great, grand man
Conall	Boy	A mighty, great and hound-like warrior who is respected by all
Dachen	Boy	Great joy
Dae	Unisex	The great one; Shining
Dae-Ho	Boy	A great personality
Dae-Hyun	Boy	Great and honorable

Dae-Jung	Boy	Great and righteous; Honest
Daeshim	Boy	Greatest mind
Daichi	Boy	Great land; Great wisdom; First son
Daido	Boy	The greatest way possible
Dainin	Boy	One who has great patience
Daisuke	Boy	Great helper; Grand ritual; Large protector
Daksayan	Boy	One who is brilliant and blessed with great knowledge
Daksheh	Boy	Gift of God; Blessed from God; One who is blessed with great brilliance
Daran	Boy	Great personality master
Daren	Boy	Oak tree; Great

Daron	Boy	A great man
Darran	Boy	A great and superior individual
Darren	Boy	Little great one; Oak tree; dear
Darrin	Boy	Great; Oak tree; Gift
Daryn	Boy	Great person
Dasani	Unisex	HIbiscus; Great purity
Dashaun	Unisex	Yahweh is great
Dawid	Boy	Greatest king of Israel; Beloved
Dearan	Boy	A great solitary being; quiet one
Dearborn	Boy	One who has great mental and physical strength

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Baby boy names meaning great are found across cultures and religions. These names have several positive connotations and interpretations associated with them. From Alaxandar to Akbar and Aryo, these names have profound historical associations. On the other hand, several others draw inspiration from religious and mythological figures. Some names do not mean ‘great’ but symbolize or represent attributes associated with it. The list above compiles these names with their meanings to assist parents across cultural and linguistic backgrounds in finding a suitable moniker for their little baby boy.

Infographic: Bold Baby Boy Names That Mean Great

Parents choose baby names meaning ‘great’ when they have high hopes for their little one. These names are believed to positively impact the child's life and instill confidence, which will help them face the ups and downs of life. In this infographic, we have compiled a list of baby names meaning great that you can choose for your little son. Do take a look at it and save it for future reference.

distinguished baby boy names meaning great (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the history behind baby boy names that mean Great?

The history of baby boy names that mean ‘great’ is rooted in diverse cultures and historical eras. These names emerged from societies that held admiration for remarkable qualities, leadership, and notable achievements, recognizing individuals who were regarded as great within their specific communities.

2. What positive connotations come with baby boy names that mean Great?

Baby boy names that mean ‘great’ have positive associations with qualities like loyalty, nobility, and excellence. They inspire admiration, respect, honor, and a sense of significance. These names represent greatness, victory, power, and supremacy.

3. How can baby boy names that mean 'great' help to create a strong identity?

Bestowing a name that means ‘great’ on your baby boy can inspire him to live up to the title and lead an exemplary life of character and integrity. However, other factors such as upbringing, family values, friends, schooling, and society play a more important role in shaping a child’s identity.

References

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Alexander the Great.
https://www.worldhistory.org/Alexander_the_Great/
Akbar the Great.
https://www.pbs.org/treasuresoftheworld/taj_mahal/tlevel_2/t1mughal_2akbar.html

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