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Link vs Kolby

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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Popularity Comparison

Link Rank #1,419
Kolby Rank #1,272

Kolby is more popular, ranked #1272 vs #1419 for Link.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Link or Kolby more popular?

Kolby is more popular, ranked #1272 compared to Link at #1419 in the United States.

What do Link and Kolby mean?

Link means "chain link, connection" (Old English/Norse origin). Kolby means "dark settlement, coal town" (Old Norse origin).

Are Link and Kolby boy or girl names?

Link is primarily a boy name. Kolby is primarily a boy name.

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