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Magnus only reminds me of Magnus Chase, but I wouldn't change it in any way. It's my favorite book series and I love seeing people talking about it or making references to it on random websites. Also wouldn't mind it as a name for someone in real life either.
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Magnus is the actual name of the Seinfeld character Vegetable Lasagna, the unlucky airplane passenger on the receiving end of Elaine’s wrath as she and Puddy break up.
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In Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, Magnus is the founder of the Pokéathlon Dome.
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Magnus (fl. 1068) was an English noble. He was the son of Harold Godwinson, King of England. His family was one of the most powerful in Anglo-Saxon England.
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This name really doesn’t need a nickname, however since I love nicknames my favorite is Gus, it’s simple and strong and not too different from the name itself. Mags is also nice (though Maggie is definitely too feminine) and maybe it’s a stretch but Max could possibly work too (think of how Bill/Billie evolved from Will/Willie as a nickname for William).
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Cool as a middle name, but too obvious as a first name. Badass for a fictional character, but between Magnus Bane and Magnus Chase and Jonah Magnus, it already feels a little bit less unique.
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I don't really like this name, sounds like a lethal chemical or medication.
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Also German: https://forebears.io/forenames/magnus
Also Finnish: https://www.nordicnames.de/wiki/Magnus
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Also Finnish: https://www.nordicnames.de/wiki/Magnus
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Sven Magnus Carlsen (1990-present), known only as Magnus Carlsen, is a Chess Grandmaster of Norwegian descent who reigns as the current World Chess Champion, establishing a standing as a 5-time World Chess Champion, and a 3-time World Rapid Chess Champion.
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The name is borne by Icelandic athlete, entrepreneur, and director Magnús Scheving. He is the creator and star of the show LazyTown.
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Two major book characters:
Magnus Chase from Rick Riordan's "Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard"
Magnus Bane from Cassandra Clare's Shadowhunter chronicles.
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Magnus Chase from Rick Riordan's "Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard"
Magnus Bane from Cassandra Clare's Shadowhunter chronicles.
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1. Electromagnetism
2. Magnum Cigarettes
3. Doesn't sound like a real name. It doesn't seem like it's from earthrealm. Weird.
Many negative points. I don't choose it.
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2. Magnum Cigarettes
3. Doesn't sound like a real name. It doesn't seem like it's from earthrealm. Weird.
Many negative points. I don't choose it.
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Maggie can be a diminutive of this name.
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Reminds me of magnet...but I despise this name anyway.
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Ugh, no. I can't stand this name.
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I feel that people with this name may want to be referred to as their name rhymes with swagness.
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Also Estonian: https://et.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnus_(eesnimi)
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This name is super cool. Magnus Carlsen is a Norwegian chess grandmaster, and the current World Chess Champion.
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Magnus is the name given to a major supporting character in Kid Icarus: Uprising.
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Magnus Burnsides is the name of Travis McElroy's character on the DnD podcast The Adventure Zone. He's brave, strong, and loyal - a member of the main three and a saviour of every universe. He rushes in!
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Magnus Chase is the main character of Rick Riordan's Norse gods book series called Magnus Chase and The Gods of Asgard. One of my favorite book series, so I believe Magnus is a lovely first name or last name.
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Usage: Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, German, Finnish, English (Modern), Late Roman
Pronounced: MANG-nuys (Swedish, Norwegian), MOW-noos (Danish), MAKH-nuws (German), MAG-nəs (English), MAG-noos (Classical Latin)
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Pronounced: MANG-nuys (Swedish, Norwegian), MOW-noos (Danish), MAKH-nuws (German), MAG-nəs (English), MAG-noos (Classical Latin)
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Magnus Bane, the amazing warlock from The Shadowhunter Chronicles.
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I get a mysterious vibe from this name. This man willingly separates himself from the group, yet is observant. He's also very self-reliant (since no one does what he needs better than him). Don't poke fun at him or those he cares for, you'll get it back harsh and tenfold.
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Ultra Magnus was the name of a prominent transformer in Hasbro’s Transformers toy line.
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I like this name but I can't explain why.
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I don't like the nickname Maggie, it seems too feminine, nor Aggie. I prefer it alone. It sounds handsome.
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Magnus Hirschfield was a German Jewish physician, sexologist, and activist who is credited as one of the first advocates for gay and transgender rights. He fought even in the face of the Nazi regime who burned his writings. He is today considered a hero.
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Actually, Magnus Bane, High Warlock of Brooklyn in Cassandra Clare's 'The Mortal Instruments' series, is not gay; he's bi. He's had a longstanding on-again, off-again relationship with the vampire Camille Belcourt, whom he loved deeply, in addition to many, many relationships, flings, and flirtations with people both male and female.
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The name Magnus was given to 293 boys born in the US in 2016.
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Magnus Erlingmark is a Swedish former footballer. He has made 37 appearances and scored one goal the national team, including the 1994 FIFA World Cup and Euro 1992. He has won four Swedish Championships.
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Magnús Þór Jónsson, also known by his mononym Megas, is a rock and roll singer, songwriter, and writer who is well known in his native country of Iceland.
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Magnus Chase is the main character in Rick Riordan's Norse gods series.
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Detective Magnus Martinsson is a character from the British crime drama 'Wallander'. He's Played by Tom Hiddleston.
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Magnus is the name of a cousin of mine, who now lives in Canada. I think the name is bold & masculine.
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Jennifer Nettles of the country duo Suglarland named her son Magnus Hamilton in December 2012.
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The name Magnus was given to 158 baby boys born in the US in 2012.
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Magnus is also used in Germany.
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American actress Elizabeth Banks and her husband Max Handelman have a son named Magnus Mitchell (born in November 2012 in Los Angeles, California). Magnus' brother is Felix.
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Magnus (1555-1558) was the son of Augustus, Elector of Saxony and his wife Anna of Denmark.
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Magnus was the second son of King Christian III of Denmark and his wife Dorothea.
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Magnus (born March 2004) is the son of American actor/comedian Will Ferrell and his wife Viveca. Magnus has two brothers named Mattias and Axel.
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There is a Magnus Bane in the Mortal Instruments book series by Cassandra Clare.
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It's quite an old fashioned name now in Sweden, you won't find many people under 25 with this name, but I like it, it's classic and uncommon (sort of).
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As a surname its used in the TV show "Sanctuary" the protagonist is named Helen Magnus.
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I find Magnus to be a very regal and strong masculine name, maybe even a little sexy. XD Sorry if that's a bit bold to say. But even on a small boy, the nickname Maggie would be adorable. Great name.
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Magnús Schevin is an Icelandic writer, producer, entrepreneur, and a famous athlete. He is also the creator and co-star of the children's television show LazyTown. (Copy/pasted from Wiki).
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The X-Men villain Magneto's full name is Erik Magnus Lensherr.
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It's the name of the High Wizard of Brooklyn in Cassandra Clare's Mortal Instruments series. He's gay.
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Spelt Magnús in Iceland, pronounced: Mag-nohs.
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The name of the wizard/witch hospital in Harry Potter.
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Actually, that was St. Mungo's.
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Magnus Magnusson - journalist, author, and TV presenter; best remembered as the host of "Mastermind" (and associated forever with the catchphrase, "I've started, so I'll finish").
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The Danish pronunciation of Magnus is MAU-nus with a silent 'g'.
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This name is well known by children in England because of the Roald Dahl tale of "Matilda". In it, Magnus is the father of the protagonist's teacher, Miss Honey. Matilda impersonates him with the help of her telokinesis powers in an effort to scare the wicked headmistress away from the school.
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Pronounced MANG-nus in Norwegian.
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Name of two World's Strongest Man champions: Magnus ver Magnusson (4-time winner from Iceland) and Magnus Samuelsson (Sweden).
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The wife of an Norwegian king gave birth to a son during the night. His servants were not sure the baby would live to see the next day so they decided to give him the name of a famous French king, Carlo Magnus. They did not know that Carlo was his name and Magnus meant "the great". So that is how Magnus became a name in Scandinavia.
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Reminds me of the word magnet.
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If you were to pronounce this the Latin way, it would be MAN-yoos.
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Will Farell's son's name is Magnus.
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A vampire from Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles is named Magnus. He made the vampire Lestat.
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The son of crown prince Haakon and Mette-Marit is a bearer of this name: Sverre Magnus.
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Saint Magnus the Martyr is a Catholic saint.
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This name is rather popular in Sweden. It is pronounced as "MUNG-nus" here.
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