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
Labib	Boy	A person of great Intelect
Labid	Boy	A great companion
Lado	Boy	Great or famous ruler; Short form of Vladimir
Laksh	Boy	Destination. To aim or ashieve something great
Landy	Boy	Ruler with great power
Larsen	Boy	One who achieved a great victory
Lavaine	Boy	A born leader; A person destined for greatness
Lavana	Boy	An individual of great beauty inside and out
Laxit	Boy	Great; Distinct; Distinguished; Eminent; Famous; Renowned
Locana	Boy	World; Universe; Earth; Indefinitely great expanse of space; All heavenly bodies

Loic	Boy	Warrior of great fame
Lokpreet	Boy	People lover; One who has great love for the people
Longwei	Boy	Dragon greatness
Loro	Boy	Great Power; Mighty; Strong
Lucho	Boy	Warrior of great fame
Ludolf	Boy	The one who has a great love for wolves
Luhhede	Boy	One who has a great desire to change the world; Focused
Luxury	Unisex	A state of great comfort; Elegance; Enjoyment of expensive and high-quality things
Maavarasan	Boy	One who is a Great King
Maccus	Boy	Hammer; Great; A variant of the name Magnus

Macky	Unisex	Great, Son of a handsome man or warrior
Macsen	Boy	The greatest one
Madhimaran	Boy	A person of great intelligence and bravery
Mago	Boy	An admirable; Great person
Mah	Unisex	Strength, power, greatness
Mahaadeva	Boy	The greatness of the God
Mahaan	Boy	A person who has great qualities
Mahabala	Boy	Great Strength; Powerful; Mighty; Strong; Supreme Power
Mahabali	Boy	A man of great strength, might, and power
Mahadevs	Boy	Great Strength; Powerful; Mighty; Strong; Supreme Power

Mahajeet	Boy	An individual who is a great friend
Mahan	Boy	A person who is great and has good nature
Mahanand	Boy	Greatest Joy; Greatest Happiness; Greatest Delight and Pleasure
Mahananda	Boy	One of many names of Lord Vishnu signifying him as a provider of the greatest happiness
Mahandharam	Boy	To belong to the great religion
Mahangeet	Boy	To sing the great songs
Mahanidhi	Boy	A Great Treasure House; Most charitable person; One who is most righteous and benevolent
Mahanpal	Boy	The great protector
Mahant	Boy	Great; Having a great soul; A variant is Mahante
Mahantesh	Boy	Great Soul; God; Guru; Spiritual Guide; One with Divine Inner Heart

Mahanth	Boy	Great Soul; God; Guru; Spiritual Guide; One with Divine Inner Heart
Mahanthesha	Boy	Moon; Radiant, brilliant and luminant brightness of Moon; Great Soul
Mahanveer	Boy	He who is greatly courageous
Mahapurush	Boy	Great Being; One of many names of Lord Rama signifying his greatness
Maharaj	Boy	A great king
Maharatha	Boy	A great chariot driver
Maharishi	Boy	Great sage
Maharoopa	Boy	Cute; Great looking; One whose form is great
Maharshi	Boy	A great saint; Great sage
Maharsi	Boy	A great saint; Great sage

Maharth	Boy	Very Truthful; Great Truthful Person
Mahasena	Boy	Great Army; Great warriors; Great Soldiers
Mahat	Boy	The great one
Mahatam	Boy	A person who is great and has a big soul and spirit
Mahatapa	Boy	Good Meditation; Great Meditator; One who can meditate well
Mahatapas	Boy	Good Meditation; Great Meditator; One who can meditate well
Mahatapaswi	Boy	A great sage
Mahatejaswi	Boy	Very bright person; Brilliant and radiant; Great luminance
Mahathi	Unisex	Great voice
Mahatma	Boy	Great soul

Mahatman	Boy	One who has a great soul
Mahaveer	Boy	Most Powerful; Great Hero; Most courageous person; Name of Jain Prophet; Founder of Jain Religion
Mahaveera	Boy	Most Powerful; Great Hero; Most courageous person; Name of Jain Prophet; Founder of Jain Religion
Mahavir	Boy	Most Powerful; Great Hero; Most courageous person; Name of Jain Prophet; Founder of Jain Religion
Mahavira	Boy	One who is a great hero
Mahendranath	Boy	Great Indra; Lord of the Gods; One of many names of Lord Vishnu
Mahes	Boy	One who is a great ruler; Lord Shiva
Mahesh	Boy	A great ruler; One who is supreme
Mahesha	Boy	One of many names of Lord Shiva signifying him as the greatest Lord
Maheshwar	Boy	One of many names of Lord Shiva signifying him as the greatest Lord

Maheshwaram	Boy	Lord of the Universe; One of many names of Lord Shiva signifying him as the greatest Lord
Mahidhar	Boy	One who is a great supporter of others
Mahiman	Boy	A variant of Mahima; Greatness; Goodness; Most greatest
Mahindra	Boy	A King; Great Indra; Lord of the Gods
Mahiraj	Boy	Ruler of the World; King of the Earth; Greatest Emperor
Mahiransh	Boy	Part of Greatness; Part of Earth
Mahish	Boy	A King; God of Earth; Ruler of Earth; Lord of Earth; Great Indra of the Earth
Mahit	Boy	Honored; Renowned; Respected; One whose greatness is well known
Mahnav	Boy	Great Human; Great Soul
Mahrishi	Boy	Yogi; Great Saint; Great Sage

Mahzuz	Boy	One who is of great luck and fortune
Mailabh	Boy	Honored; Renowned; Respected; One whose greatness is well-known
Majdi	Boy	One with great glory
Majman	Boy	A majestic, or a great person
Majnun	Boy	A legendary person with great personality
Major	Boy	To be better; Greater; Major is also a military rank
Makakhan	Boy	One who is a great leader of people
Makar	Boy	A person who is blessed with great happiness
Makesh	Boy	One of many names of Lord Shiva signifying him as the greatest Lord in the universe
Makida	Unisex	Greatness

Maks	Boy	The greatest of men
Maksim	Boy	A man who is greater than others
Maksims	Boy	The greatest
Maksym	Boy	One who is the greatest
Maksymilian	Boy	The greatest man
Mamallan	Boy	One who is a great fighter
Mane	Boy	A clan name from Maharashtra meaning great, respected, honorable
Manek	Boy	Type of a special pearl diamond (Nang); Name of a great Hindu king; Precious stone
Manidhara	Boy	Great Indra of the earth
Maninth	Boy	A person who received great honor

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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.

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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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