Linus vs Tigran

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Linus

Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,423
Total SSA Count
129
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Tigran

Boy #5,123 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tiger-like"

Origin: Armenian/Iranian

Cultural Roots

Armenian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,123
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Linus Rank #1,423
Tigran Rank #5,123

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #5123 for Tigran.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linus or Tigran more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Tigran at #5123 in the United States.

What do Linus and Tigran mean?

Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin). Tigran means "tiger-like" (Armenian/Iranian origin).

Are Linus and Tigran boy or girl names?

Linus is primarily a boy name. Tigran is primarily a boy name.

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