Link Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationlink / lɪŋkEnglish; Japanese
Meaning
English: connection; Japanese: to link or join
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Link is often associated with the popular video game franchise 'The Legend of Zelda', where Link is the main protagonist. In English, the term 'link' refers to a connection or relationship between things. The name has gained popularity in modern culture, particularly among gamers and fans of the franchise.
Trend Summary
The name Link has seen a rise in popularity in recent years, particularly among fans of gaming culture.
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Famous people named Link
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Fictional characters named Link
Link is the main character in 'The Legend of Zelda' video game series, known for his adventures to rescue Princess Zelda and defeat the antagonist Ganon.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Link was first seen in the United States in 1893. Link has ranked as high as #1189 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Link has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Link (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| MN | 6 | |
| MO | 5 | |
| AL | 5 | |
| OK | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 29 |
| 1964 | 38 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 18 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 20 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 21 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 52 |
| 2013 | 73 |
| 2014 | 95 |
| 2015 | 134 |
| 2016 | 146 |
| 2017 | 135 |
| 2018 | 158 |
| 2019 | 151 |
| 2020 | 171 |
| 2021 | 156 |
| 2022 | 204 |
| 2023 | 146 |
| 2024 | 130 |