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Magnus

The name Magnus is of Latin origin. The meaning of Magnus is 'greatest'. It is a boy's name. It is derived from the Latin word ‘Magnus’, which means ‘mighty, illustrious, famous, glorious, powerful, significant, important’. It also stems from a Germanic root word ‘maginą’, which means ‘power, ability, main, might’. Magnus the Good, or Magnús Óláfsson, ruled Norway from 1035 and became Denmark’s king from 1042. He ruled over both countries until he died in 1047. Charlemagne was called 'Carolus Magnus', translated as Charles the Great.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

greatest

Origin

Scandinavian from Latin

Numerology

M is for musical, your hidden talent!

A is for accomplished, in all that you do.

G is for giggle, a laugh never hurts!

N is for neatness, your orderly way.

U is for unbreakable, your spirit is strong.

S is for serene, your calm time.

Lucky

Magnus lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!

Famous People Named Magnus

  • Magnus Johnson American politician
  • Magnus the Good King of Norway and Denmark
  • Magnus II King of Norway
  • Magnus Barefoot King of Norway
  • Magnus IV VI, Kings of Norway
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Magnus in Pop Culture

  • Magnus "Maggie" character in 2005 movie "Hitch"
  • Magnus Bane warlock in Cassandra Clare's shadowhunters chronicles
  • Magnus Martinsson character in the Wallander series
  • Magnus character in the Vampire Chronicles by Anne Rice, Lestat's creator
  • "Magnus Powermouse " children's book by Dick King,Smith.
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