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Link vs Mars

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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Mars

Boy #1,455 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"god of war"

Origin: Latin/Roman

Cultural Roots

Roman English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,455
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Link Rank #1,419
Mars Rank #1,455

Link is more popular, ranked #1419 vs #1455 for Mars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Link or Mars more popular?

Link is more popular, ranked #1419 compared to Mars at #1455 in the United States.

What do Link and Mars mean?

Link means "chain link, connection" (Old English/Norse origin). Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin).

Are Link and Mars boy or girl names?

Link is primarily a boy name. Mars is primarily a boy name.

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