UK boy's name
Linkon
A masculine name possibly derived from the surname Lincoln.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Linkon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Linkon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4747, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 5 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2007 to 2015. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Linkon. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Linkon ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 5 boys were registered as Linkon.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Linkon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4747
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
5 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Linkon mean?
The name Linkon is believed to have originated from the ancient Germanic language, specifically from the Old English word "linc," which means "link" or "chain." This suggests that the name may have been associated with strength, endurance, or possibly someone who worked as a blacksmith or metalworker.
During the Middle Ages, the name Linkon was primarily found in regions of England, particularly in the northern counties. It was often spelled with variations such as "Lincun," "Lincun," or "Lincoin." These variations reflect the influence of regional dialects and the lack of standardized spelling during that time period.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Linkon can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landholdings in England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The entry mentions a person named "Lincun" who held land in the county of Yorkshire.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Linkon. In the 13th century, a prominent English scholar and churchman named Linkon of Huntingdon (c. 1210-1275) wrote several works on history and theology. His most famous work, "Historia Anglorum" (History of the English), chronicled the events in England from the time of the Roman conquest until the reign of King Henry III.
Another notable figure was Sir Linkon de Bathurst (c. 1340-1415), a English knight and military commander who fought in the Hundred Years' War against France. He was renowned for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield, particularly during the Battle of Agincourt in 1415.
During the Renaissance period, Linkon Marlowe (1564-1593) was an influential English playwright and poet. He is best known for his tragedies such as "Doctor Faustus" and "The Jew of Malta," which explored themes of ambition, power, and the human condition.
In the 18th century, Linkon Bronte (1770-1861) was a renowned English writer and poet, best known for his novel "Wuthering Heights." The novel, set on the Yorkshire moors, explored themes of passionate love, social class, and the natural world.
Finally, in the 19th century, Linkon Dickens (1812-1870) was one of the most celebrated English novelists of the Victorian era. His works, such as "Oliver Twist," "A Tale of Two Cities," and "Great Expectations," provided insightful commentary on social issues and the human experience, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest authors in English literature.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Linkon over time
The chart below shows babies named Linkon registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Linkon, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Linkon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Linkon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4747 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3811 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Linkon
- 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
Linkon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Linkon in the UK right now?
In 2015, Linkon was ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Linkon most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 5 babies registered as Linkon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Linkon?
A masculine name possibly derived from the surname Lincoln.
How many people are called Linkon in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Linkon across the 3 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.