On Wikipedia, it says his Japanese name is Rinku. But yeah, Nintendo of America decided to name him Link in order to "link" the player (i.e. You) to the game.

__________________

Signature and Avatar by Midori-Rinku
<Epic ****ing win.>
<Wind Waker: Four Swords Edition! By Midori-Rinku> <OOT Retelling By Aralith>

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ranil, after being defeated in Brawl by the power of taunts Oh shut the **** up. You're being so immature right now. I have every right to leave if I'm being annoyed by someone's stupid taunts.