Linus vs Chong

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #31,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"lofty, sublime"

Origin: Chinese

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Linus Rank #1,423

Chong Rank #31,507

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #31507 for Chong.

Is Linus or Chong more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Chong at #31507 in the United States.

What do Linus and Chong mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Chong means "lofty, sublime" (Chinese origin).

Are Linus and Chong boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Chong is primarily a boy name.