Niall vs Linus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Niall

Boy #1,586 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"champion"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Niall Rank #1,586

Linus Rank #1,423

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #1586 for Niall.

Is Niall or Linus more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Niall at #1586 in the United States.

What do Niall and Linus mean?

Niall means "champion" (Old Irish origin). Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin).

Are Niall and Linus boy or girl names?

Niall is primarily a boy name. Linus is primarily a boy name.