Legend is an unusual and striking given name of recent origin, popularized by celebrities like John Legend, the singer-songwriter. It is derived from the word 'legend,' meaning a story or tale about someone notable or heroic. The name Legend signifies uniqueness, strength, and timelessness, suggesting that its bearer might be destined for greatness or will leave behind an extraordinary legacy.
"From 1994 to 2023, the name Legend experienced significant fluctuations in popularity, peaking in 2018 with 80 births and reaching a recent low in 2023 with 47 births. Over this period, there were a total of 913 births."