What does the name Knox mean?

The name Knox means "Round hill".

What is the origin of the name Knox?

Knox is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 1,701 babies were named Knox in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Knox is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 1,701 →

All-Time Total: 22,254

Peak Year: 2022

Knox is a Scottish surname turned first name. It originated from the Old English word "cnocc," meaning "round-topped hill."

Boy names closely related to Knox

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Girl names closely related to Knox

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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