a legend in (one's) own time

A person who has an extraordinary level of fame or reputation while he or she is still alive. The singer has made such a huge impact on the world of blues that she's come to be a legend in her own time.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Iida	EE:-dah	Finnish
Emigdio	-	Spanish
Leroi	LEE-roi	English (Rare)
Bayram	-	Turkish
Quanna	KWAH-nə	African American (Rare)
Cosmina	-	Romanian