household name
noun
: a person or thing whose name is very well-known
a famous actor who has become a household name
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Our cranky heroine is played by Saul alum Rhea Seehorn, beloved by fans of the spin-off but far from a household name.
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Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
From the streets of Australia to the Met Gala red carpet, women’s footwear brand Studio Amelia is looking to become a global household name.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Bring in Mike Elko, who might not be a household name, but was a good fit for the program.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Juvia’s Place has become a household name for bold colors and inclusive shade ranges.
—Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
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Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
From the streets of Australia to the Met Gala red carpet, women’s footwear brand Studio Amelia is looking to become a global household name.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Bring in Mike Elko, who might not be a household name, but was a good fit for the program.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Juvia’s Place has become a household name for bold colors and inclusive shade ranges.
—Essence, 29 Oct. 2025
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 7 Nov. 2025.
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