Linus vs Kip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

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Linus Rank #1,423

Kip Rank #1,457

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #1457 for Kip.

Is Linus or Kip more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Kip at #1457 in the United States.

What do Linus and Kip mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin).

Are Linus and Kip boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Kip is primarily a boy name.