Skylar vs Linus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Skylar

Boy #1,553 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"scholar"

Origin: Dutch

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Boy #1,423 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flax, flaxen-haired"

Origin: Greek

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Skylar Rank #1,553

Linus Rank #1,423

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 vs #1553 for Skylar.

Is Skylar or Linus more popular?

Linus is more popular, ranked #1423 compared to Skylar at #1553 in the United States.

What do Skylar and Linus mean?

Skylar means "scholar" (Dutch origin). Linus means "flax, flaxen-haired" (Greek origin).

Are Skylar and Linus boy or girl names?

Skylar is primarily a boy name. Linus is primarily a boy name.