Niam vs Linus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Niam

Boy #1,435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright, radiant"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Niam Rank #1,435

Linus Rank #1,423

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #1435 for Niam.

Is Niam or Linus more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Niam at #1435 in the United States.

What do Niam and Linus mean?

Niam means "bright, radiant" (Old Irish origin). Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin).

Are Niam and Linus boy or girl names?

Niam is primarily a boy name. Linus is primarily a boy name.