UK boy's name
Linas
A masculine name of Lithuanian origin meaning "one who rejoices".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Linas is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Linas popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3990, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 4 births.
This profile covers 24 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2007 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 24 living people in the UK are called Linas. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Linas ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 4 boys were registered as Linas.
- • About 24 living people in the UK are estimated to have Linas as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3990
2021
Births in 2021
4
Latest year
Peak year
2007
4 births
Estimated living
24
2026
Meaning
What does Linas mean?
The name Linas is a masculine given name of Lithuanian origin. It derived from the Lithuanian word "linas," which means "flax" or "linen." The name likely originated during the Middle Ages when the cultivation of flax and the production of linen were crucial industries in the Baltic region.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Linas can be found in the 16th-century Lithuanian chronicle "Bychoviec Chronicle," which mentions a nobleman named Linas Navakas. This suggests that the name was already in use among the Lithuanian nobility during the Renaissance period.
In Lithuanian mythology, Linas is also the name of a deity associated with flax and linen. According to folklore, Linas was responsible for protecting the flax crop and ensuring a bountiful harvest. This connection to the mythological figure further reinforces the name's ties to the region's agricultural traditions.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Linas. One of the most famous was Linas Mukinas (1616-1693), a Lithuanian philosopher, and educator who played a significant role in the development of the Lithuanian language and literature during the Baroque period.
Another prominent figure was Linas Broga (1882-1969), a Lithuanian-American painter and illustrator who was renowned for his portraits and landscapes. His works are featured in various museums and galleries across the United States.
In the 20th century, Linas Linkevičius (born 1961) is a Lithuanian politician who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania from 2020 to 2022. He has been actively involved in shaping Lithuania's foreign policy and strengthening its ties with the European Union and NATO.
Linas Kleiza (born 1985) is a Lithuanian professional basketball player who has played in the NBA and various European leagues. He represented Lithuania in international competitions, including the Olympics and the FIBA World Cup.
Lastly, Linas Linkevičius (born 1965) is a Lithuanian diplomat and politician who served as the Minister of National Defense from 2008 to 2012. He has played a crucial role in modernizing and strengthening Lithuania's defense capabilities, particularly in the context of regional security challenges.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Linas over time
The chart below shows babies named Linas registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Linas, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2021, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Linas by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Linas was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3990 | 4 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4565 | 16 | 5 |
| 2000s | #3589 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Linas
- Luke 72,247
- Lewis 69,555
- Leo 63,249
- Liam 60,482
- Lucas 49,061
- Logan 40,771
- Louis 35,898
- Luca 30,323
- Louie 24,242
- Leon 22,308
- Levi 9,931
- Lee 7,861
FAQ
Linas: questions and answers
How popular is the name Linas in the UK right now?
In 2021, Linas was ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Linas most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 4 babies registered as Linas in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Linas?
A masculine name of Lithuanian origin meaning "one who rejoices".
How many people are called Linas in the UK?
A total of 24 babies have been registered as Linas across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.