Linus from the Greek name Λινος (Linos) meaning "flax". In Greek legend he was the son of the god Apollo, who accidentally killed him in a contest. Another son of Apollo by this name was the music teacher of Herakles. The name was also borne by the second pope, serving after Saint Peter in the 1st century. In modern times this was the name of a character in Charles Schulz's comic strip 'Peanuts'.
Biblical namesake: Linus is briefly mentioned in the New Testament as a companion of Paul, traditionally regarded as one of the early leaders of the church in Rome. (2 Timothy · 2 Timothy 4:21)
Saintly namesake: Pope Linus was the second pope after Saint Peter and is honored as an early leader of the Christian church. (September 23 · 1st century)
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