Linus vs Davian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,423
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Linus Rank #1,423
Davian Rank #1,392

Davian is more popular, ranked #1392 vs #1423 for Linus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linus or Davian more popular?

Davian is more popular, ranked #1392 compared to Linus at #1423 in the United States.

What do Linus and Davian mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Davian means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew (via David) origin).

Are Linus and Davian boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Davian is primarily a boy name.

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