come into (one's) own



come into (one's) own

To reach a new level of maturity, independence, or success. Often said of young adults. Betsy has really come into her own this year. A full-time job, a new apartment—she's doing great!
See also: come, own

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Madhav-Indian, Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, Nepali
Bronislavbrah-nee-SLAHF (Russian)Czech, Slovak, Russian, Medieval Slavic
Duygu-Turkish
Ye-Junye-joonKorean
Anantha-Tamil, Indian, Telugu, Kannada
Beverley['bevəli]