Linus

Linus: name meaning, origin & popularity

Meaning: “flax”
Origin: Greek
Say it: LYE-nəs · 2 syllables
Used for: Boys

Linus is a name from Greek mythology and early Christian tradition, borne by the mythic musician Linos and Saint Linus. It is usually connected with Greek linon, meaning flax.

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How popular is Linus?

202439.0 per million US babies

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Babies named Linus in 2024129

2024 rank#1,421 boys

Peak year2017

Total US babies since 18805,261

Linus has been fairly stable over the last fifteen years.

Names like Linus

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Georgefarmer, earth-worker · Greek

Linus questions

What does the name Linus mean?

Linus means "flax". It comes from Greek. Linus is a name from Greek mythology and early Christian tradition, borne by the mythic musician Linos and Saint Linus. It is usually connected with Greek linon, meaning flax.

Is Linus a boy or girl name?

Linus is mainly a boy's name in US records (100% of uses since 1880).

How popular is Linus?

129 US babies were named Linus in 2024. Its peak year was 2017.

How do you pronounce Linus?

Linus is usually pronounced LYE-nəs.

Birth counts: US Social Security Administration national data, 1880–2024 (names given to 5+ babies of a sex in a year). How we write meanings.