fame for bravery; great renown
Refers specifically to renown earned through courageous or heroic deeds. Often used in literary or formal contexts.
He gained fame for his bravery through his exploits on the battlefield.
The warrior's great renown was known throughout the land.
Compound of 勇 (ゆう, 'bravery') and 名 (めい, 'name' or 'reputation'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the meaning is transparent from its components.