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Linux

Pronunciation: [ l-IHN-uhks ]

Boy Name #13,588 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Linux is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-IHN-uhks.

Parents who love the name Linux often also consider Arsiah, Dejan, Elester .

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Popularity Over Time

#13,588
Current Rank
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#13,588
Total SSA Count
7

Alternative Spellings

Linus #1423

Nicknames

Lin Liy Linie

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Linux is also used as a girl name, ranked #41639.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Linux

Is Linux a boy or girl name?
Linux is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #13588. As a girl name, it is ranked #41639. Linux is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Linux?
Linux is pronounced l-IHN-uhks.
How popular is the name Linux?
Linux is currently ranked #13588 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Linux?
Common nicknames for Linux include Lin, Liy, and Linie.
Is Linux a common or rare name?
Linux is an uncommon name, ranked #13588 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Linux

Linux is a boy name .

Is Linux a boy or girl name? Linux is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #13,588 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #41,639. Linux is more commonly used as a boy name.

Linux is currently ranked #13,588 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Linux include Lin, Liy, and Linie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Linux include Linus . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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