Link Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Link' originates from Old English, meaning 'a connection or bond'. It evolved from 'hlinc' to 'lynke' and then to its modern form. The name has gained popularity due to its association with video games, particularly the character from 'The Legend of Zelda'. It does not have biblical relevance and is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Link is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Link has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Link' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3280th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4363rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2534th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2891st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8295th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4694th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1312th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Link' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Link"
Pronunciation
/lɪŋk/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name 'Link' is derived from the Old English word 'hlinc', meaning 'a ridge' or 'a rising ground'. It has also been associated with the concept of a connection or bond.
Meaning
a connection or bond
Language Evolution
Old English: hlinc, Middle English: lynke, Modern English: Link
Historical Usage
The name Link gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly with the rise of video game culture, specifically due to the character Link from the 'Legend of Zelda' series.
Variants & Derivatives
Lynk, Links
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Link is often associated with gaming culture and is viewed positively, representing adventure and heroism.
Famous People
Linkin Park (band), Link Wray (musician)
📊 Link Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 204 peak births in 2022
Geographic Spread
Popular across 28 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Link"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Link"
"Link" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3280th of 7545 | 102 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4363rd of 6773 | 42 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2534th of 7552 | 198 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2891st of 10718 | 194 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8295th of 16616 | 53 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4694th of 24088 | 286 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1312th of 23106 | 1,699 |
Regional Popularity of "Link" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
56.19% 4109th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.45% 1213th/3984 |
38.78% 1740th/4487 |
21.36% 1457th/6822 |
19.26% 1209th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Link" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Link"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Link" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.