Legend
Legend is a boy name of English origin meaning “A remarkable story, iconic figure”, pronounced LEJ-und. It ranked #193 in the United States in 2025, given to 1,862 babies, and peaked at #118 in 2021. Common nicknames: Leg, Leggy.
How popular is Legend in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Legend mean, and where does it come from?
Legend is a modern English word name derived from the term for a traditional story of unknown origin, or a person whose achievements are so extraordinary they become mythic. Originally from the Latin "legenda," meaning "things to be read," referring to accounts of saints' lives, the word evolved to describe anyone or anything achieving iconic, larger-than-life status. As a given name, Legend surged in popularity after singer John Legend and model Chrissy Teigen chose it for their son in 2016, part of the broader trend of aspirational virtue and word names for boys.
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Famous People Named Legend
- Legend Thompson — son of John Legend and Chrissy Teigen
- John Legend — American singer-songwriter, whose stage name is a byword for the word "legend"
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Legend mean?
Legend is a boy name of English origin meaning "A remarkable story, iconic figure." Legend is a modern English word name derived from the term for a traditional story of unknown origin, or a person whose achievements are so extraordinary they become mythic. Originally from the Latin "legenda," meaning "things to be read," referring to accounts of saints' lives, the word evolved to describe anyone or anything achieving iconic, larger-than-life status.
How do you pronounce Legend?
Legend is pronounced LEJ-und. Common variations include Legend, Legende, Ledger.
Is Legend a boy name?
Yes, Legend is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Leg, Leggy.