Knox: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
From the hilltop, a name of rugged Scottish terrain and bold character.
- Origin
- Scottish
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #110
- Peak
- #150 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Knox Means
Knox is a boy name of Scottish origin. From the hilltop, a name of rugged Scottish terrain and bold character.
How Popular Knox Is
Knox currently ranks #110 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #150 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Knox
- Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt named their son Knox.
- Fort Knox holds a large portion of America's gold reserves.
- John Knox founded the Presbyterian Church of Scotland.
Names Like Knox
Other Scottish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Knox
Scottish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Knox.
Questions About Knox
What does Knox mean?
Knox is a boy name of Scottish origin. From the hilltop, a name of rugged Scottish terrain and bold character.
How popular is Knox?
Knox currently ranks #110 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #150 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Knox come from?
Knox comes from Scottish roots. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt named their son Knox.
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