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
ZdenaZDEN-ahCzech
Feliu-Catalan
Yaa-Western African, Akan
Aicken['eikin]
Eleazarel-ee-AY-zər (English)Biblical, Biblical Latin, Biblical Greek
KarrieKER-ee, KAR-eeEnglish