Linus vs Markus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,231 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"warlike, martial"

Origin: Latin

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Linus Rank #1,423

Markus Rank #1,231

Markus is more popular, ranked #1231 vs #1423 for Linus.

Is Linus or Markus more popular?

Markus is more popular, ranked #1231 compared to Linus at #1423 in the United States.

What do Linus and Markus mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Markus means "warlike, martial" (Latin origin).

Are Linus and Markus boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Markus is primarily a boy name.