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Link vs Gray

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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Gray

Boy #1,342 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the color gray"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,342
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Link Rank #1,419
Gray Rank #1,342

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 vs #1419 for Link.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Link or Gray more popular?

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 compared to Link at #1419 in the United States.

What do Link and Gray mean?

Link means "chain link, connection" (Old English/Norse origin). Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin).

Are Link and Gray boy or girl names?

Link is primarily a boy name. Gray is primarily a boy name.

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