1.   Either they are one of the best of the bunch at home, or they make their name abroad.

2.   He made a name for himself as a conductor of the Berlin Orchestra.

3.   He was jointly responsible for writing at least one tune which became a hit and made a name for the other writer.

4.   Made his name barging into their clubs and smashing up their meeting halls.

5.   Marks and Spencer have made a name for themselves as a producer of high quality goods at reasonable prices.

6.   Pete Wilson, the governor of California, made his name on the national stage as a foe of illegal immigration.

7.   Robin Williams first made his name as a stand-up comedian.

8.   She is beginning to make a name for herself as a fashion designer.

9.   Though it has made its name as a mainframe software house, Compuware is keen to broaden its horizons.