Linus vs Irving

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"green river, fresh water"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

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Linus Rank #1,423

Irving Rank #1,618

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #1618 for Irving.

Is Linus or Irving more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Linus and Irving mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Linus and Irving boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.