big name

Noun

idiomatic

Japanese Meaning

著名人、世間に知られた人物。特に評判が良く、影響力のある人物。 / （評判の意味として）広く知られている、好意的な評価を受けている存在。

After directing several award-winning films, he quickly became a big name in the industry.

いくつかの受賞作を監督した後、彼はすぐに業界で著名な存在になった。

Sense（1）

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

Solly had carried on the old business, and was making a big name for himself.

Sense（2）

(idiomatic) A prominent individual, especially one who is favorably regarded.

"You don't want me, you want a big name. They're all set to hang you over there. . . . It's a job for the biggest and best criminal lawyer in town."

big names

（ plural ）