household name

noun

: a person or thing whose name is very well-known
a famous actor who has become a household name

Examples of household name in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Jimmy Donaldson, better known as Mr Beast, has become a household name and the undisputed king of YouTube. Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024 Lisa, who grew up in Thailand, has become a household name after blowing up as a member of Blackpink, one of the most successful K-pop groups on the planet. Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2024 Without budging from its distinct and unlikely appeal, Jacquemus may be closer than any brand in new luxury fashion to becoming a household name. Nathan Heller, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024 Over the last few years, Maya Bagel Express has become a household name for breakfast and brunch in Louisville, Kentucky (KY). Kody Boye, USA TODAY, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for household name 

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“Household name.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/household%20name. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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