Major

Meaning greater
Origin English, Latin
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ma-jor

About Major

Bold, authoritative, and impossible to ignore—this name makes a statement before your son even enters the room. It carries inherent leadership qualities, suggesting someone destined for significance. The word's powerful connotations translate beautifully into personal identity, encouraging confidence and ambition. Parents choosing this aren't afraid of standing out or setting high expectations. There's military precision in its sound, combined with undeniable charisma. It's short enough to be practical yet distinctive enough to be unforgettable. This selection demonstrates parental courage and vision, seeing their son as someone capable of greatness. For families wanting impact and presence, few names deliver with such concentrated force.

Variations of Name Major

Majer
Majur
Majyr
Majir
Majar
Majjor
Majjer
Majjur
Majour
Mayjor
Mayjour

Names Similar to Major

Mason
Matthew
Marcus
Maxwell
Martin
Miles

Nicknames for Major

Maj
Jordy
Jo
M
Major

Famous People Named Major

Major LazerAmerican DJ and record producer
Major ApplewhiteAmerican football coach
Major HarrisAmerican football player
Major L. WilsonAmerican baseball player

Characters Named Major

Major Nelsoncharacter from "I Dream of Jeannie"
Major CallowayThe Third Man
Major HellstromInglourious Basterds
Major Charles Emerson Winchester IIIMASH
Major LilywhiteiZombie TV series
Major ReismanThe Dirty Dozen