Linus vs Bailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,270 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"outer wall of a castle (bailey)"

Origin: Old French

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Linus Rank #1,423

Bailey Rank #1,270

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 vs #1423 for Linus.

Is Linus or Bailey more popular?

Bailey is more popular, ranked #1270 compared to Linus at #1423 in the United States.

What do Linus and Bailey mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Bailey means "outer wall of a castle (bailey)" (Old French origin).

Are Linus and Bailey boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Bailey is primarily a boy name.