Legacy
English word name
"the long-lasting impact of particular events that took place in the past"Share
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Legacy Origin and Meaning
The name Legacy is a boy's name meaning "the long-lasting impact of particular events that took place in the past".
One of the boastful, ultra-modern word names soaring in popularity right now. Though it's a bit more popular for girls than boys -- the "cy" ending reads a little feminine -- it's solidly unisex, with over 100 baby boys being named Legacy in 2017. This is one of the many uplifting words that make unique unisex names.
# 735 in the US
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