Link vs Ao

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Link

Boy #1,419 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"chain link, connection"

Origin: Old English/Norse

Cultural Roots

American English Gaming culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,419
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Ao

Boy #14,516 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"blue, blue-green"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Chinese Maori

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#14,516
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Link Rank #1,419
Ao Rank #14,516

Link is more popular, ranked #1419 vs #14516 for Ao.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Link or Ao more popular?

Link is more popular, ranked #1419 compared to Ao at #14516 in the United States.

What do Link and Ao mean?

Link means "chain link, connection" (Old English/Norse origin). Ao means "blue, blue-green" (Japanese origin).

Are Link and Ao boy or girl names?

Link is primarily a boy name. Ao is primarily a boy name.

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