Boy name
Linus name meaning
“flax plant or linen fibre”
Linus is a boy’s name from Greek Linos, commonly linked to linon, meaning ‘flax’ or ‘linen’. Its meaning refers to the flax plant or linen fibre. Linos was Latinized as Linus, and the name also became established in Christian naming through Saint Linus.
What does Linus mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Linus
From Greek Linos, commonly associated with linon ‘flax’ or ‘linen’, and Latinized as Linus. Saint Linus also established its use in Christian naming.
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Name combinations with Linus
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Linus, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Linus: flax plant or linen fibre
- Moris: from ancient Mauretania
- Rene: reborn, born anew
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Meaning of each word
- Linus: flax plant or linen fibre
- Kristian: follower of Christ
- Nathan: he has given
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Linus Yosafat
Meaning of each word
- Linus: flax plant or linen fibre
- Yosafat: the Lord has judged
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Valentino Linus Oktavianus
Meaning of each word
- Valentino: strong, healthy
- Linus: flax plant or linen fibre
- Oktavianus: the eighth
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Linus Oktavianus
Meaning of each word
- Linus: flax plant or linen fibre
- Oktavianus: the eighth
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Meaning of each word
- Linus: flax plant or linen fibre
- Andre: brave and manly
- Michael: who is like God?
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How to pronounce Linus
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦭꦶꦤꦸꦱ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮜᮤᮔᮥᮞ᮪ |
Is Linus a boy’s name?
Yes, Linus is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Linus ranks #2,027 among boy names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Linus
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Linus
- Linus Suryadi AG · b. 1951
- Linus Ampang Pasasa · b. 1965
- Linus Apom · b. 1981
- Linus Beseng
- Linus Do · b. 1965
- Linus Giban · b. 1995
- Linus Mawatonau
- Linus Wenda · b. 1997
FAQ about the name Linus
What is the meaning of Linus?
Linus means flax plant or linen fibre. From Greek Linos, commonly associated with linon ‘flax’ or ‘linen’, and Latinized as Linus. Saint Linus also established its use in Christian naming.
Is Linus a boy’s name?
Yes, Linus is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Linus?
Linus is of Greek and Latin origin.
How many syllables does Linus have?
Linus has 2 syllables (Li-nus) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Linus?
Linus ranks #2,027 among boy names in our data sample (9 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Linus?
Some ideas: Linus Moris Rene; Linus Kristian Nathan; Linus Yosafat.
Famous people named Linus?
Notable people named Linus include Linus Suryadi AG, Linus Ampang Pasasa, Linus Apom.
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