Linus vs Kenny

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,355 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"born of fire (head of fire)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Linus Rank #1,423

Kenny Rank #1,355

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 vs #1423 for Linus.

Is Linus or Kenny more popular?

Kenny is more popular, ranked #1355 compared to Linus at #1423 in the United States.

What do Linus and Kenny mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Kenny means "born of fire (head of fire)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Linus and Kenny boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Kenny is primarily a boy name.