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
Tanvi	-	Indian, Hindi, Marathi
Staas	STAH:S	Dutch
Clodovicus	-	Ancient Germanic (Latinized)
Shevon	shə-VAWN (English)	Irish, English (Rare)
Kweku	-	Western African, Akan
Colombina	-	Italian