The difference between Big name and Fame

When used as nouns, big name means a widely-known reputation, especially one that is favorable, whereas fame means what is said or reported.


Fame is also verb with the meaning: to make (someone or something) famous.

check bellow for the other definitions of Big name and Fame

  1. Big name as a noun (idiomatic):

    A widely-known reputation, especially one that is favorable.

  2. Big name as a noun (idiomatic):

    A prominent individual, especially one who is favorably regarded.

  1. Fame as a noun (now, rare):

    What is said or reported; gossip, rumour.

  2. Fame as a noun:

    One's reputation.

  3. Fame as a noun:

    The state of being famous or well-known and spoken of.

    Examples:

    "ant obscurity unknownness"

  1. Fame as a verb (transitive):

    to make (someone or something) famous