Linus vs Rush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,496 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"rush plant (marsh grass)"

Origin: Old English

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Linus Rank #1,423

Rush Rank #1,496

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #1496 for Rush.

Is Linus or Rush more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Linus and Rush mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Linus and Rush boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.