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Perry vs Linus

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

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Popularity Comparison

Perry Rank #1,243
Linus Rank #1,423

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 vs #1423 for Linus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perry or Linus more popular?

Perry is more popular, ranked #1243 compared to Linus at #1423 in the United States.

What do Perry and Linus mean?

Perry means "pear tree" (Old English pirige origin). Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin).

Are Perry and Linus boy or girl names?

Perry is primarily a boy name. Linus is primarily a boy name.

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