na-adjective, noun
famous; renowned; distinguished
Describes a person, achievement, or institution that is widely known and respected. Often used in formal or written contexts.
彼は高名な物理学者として知られている。
He is known as a renowned physicist.
この大学は高名な卒業生を多く輩出している。
This university has produced many distinguished graduates.
noun
Only with reading こうめい
Honorific expression for the listener's name. Typically used with the prefix ご as ご高名. Restricted to reading こうめい.
ご高名はかねがね伺っております。
I have heard of your name for some time.