Linus vs Kross

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cross, crossroads"

Origin: Old Norse/Latin

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Linus Rank #1,423

Kross Rank #1,317

Kross is more popular, ranked #1317 vs #1423 for Linus.

Is Linus or Kross more popular?

Kross is more popular, ranked #1317 compared to Linus at #1423 in the United States.

What do Linus and Kross mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Kross means "cross, crossroads" (Old Norse/Latin origin).

Are Linus and Kross boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Kross is primarily a boy name.