An Ottoman bigwig was a high-ranking official in the Ottoman Empire, which was a major power in the Middle East and North Africa from the 13th to the 20th centuries. The highest ranking of these officials were the Sultan, followed by the PASHA (5 letters), Agha (4 letters), Bey (3 letters), and Agha (3 letters). These officials held great power and influence in the Ottoman Empire and were responsible for many of its successes.