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
TÉO-Portuguese
MikeMIEKEnglish
Bashemath-Biblical
Bjarte-Norwegian
Lujayn-Arabic
EllyEL-ee (English), EL-lee (Dutch)English, Dutch