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Link vs Percy

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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Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Link Rank #1,419
Percy Rank #1,256

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 vs #1419 for Link.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Link or Percy more popular?

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 compared to Link at #1419 in the United States.

What do Link and Percy mean?

Link means "chain link, connection" (Old English/Norse origin). Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin).

Are Link and Percy boy or girl names?

Link is primarily a boy name. Percy is primarily a boy name.

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