big name

noun

: a performer or personage of top rank in popular recognition

a big name in the business world

big-name

ˈbig-ˌnām 

adjective

Examples of big name in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And there are big names set to become available after the World Series. — Kansas City Star, 11 Oct. 2026

The style has been an Oscar red carpet staple for the better part of a decade, gracing the feet of big names like Emma Stone and Megan Thee Stallion. — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2026

As ever in this intensely political world, various forces had to align, and big names placated, before things could progress. — Jason Barlow, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

A couple of big names were removed from Boise State’s report ahead of Saturday’s game at Fresno State, but a few key players will also still be watching from the sideline. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for big name

• acclaim
• aflame
• airframe
• ballgame
• became
• declaim
• defame
• disclaim
• doorframe
• exclaim
• inflame
• mainframe