Knox Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: During WWII, Fort Knox stored important documents like the Magna Carta and the U.S. Constitution​

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A Deep Dive

Knox Overview

Meaning

From the small hill, round hill

Gender

Boy

Origin

Scottish

Etymology

Derived from the Old English word “cnocc,” meaning “round hill” or “hilltop.”

Pronunciation

/nɑks/

Popularity

Knox is well-loved in the USA, often chosen for its strong, distinctive sound. In 2023, Knox ranked #217 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

1 syllable

Length

4 letters

Numerology

1 (Pioneering, Independent, Leading)

Name Styles

Cool, Short, Nature-inspired

Associated Traits

Strong, rugged, distinctive

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Sometimes associated with John Knox, a leader of the Protestant Reformation in Scotland.
A Deep Dive

Knox Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Nox, Knoxx, Knoxen, Knoxton, Knoxy

Common Nicknames

Knoxie, Koxxie, Noxie, Nox, Koko

Diminutives

Kox, No, K, Knick

Famous People

  • Knox Martin
    (American Artist)
  • Knox McCoy
    (American Author and Podcast Host)
  • Knox Manning
    (American Announcer)
  • Knox Sutherland
    (Scottish Inventor)
  • Knox Simpson
    (American Architect)
  • Knox Massey
    (American Philanthropist)
  • Knox Helm
    (British Diplomat)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Knox Overstreet
    ("Dead Poets Society," Film)
  • "Knox"
    (Film)
  • "Knox's Nightmare"
    (Novel)
  • Knox Hill
    ("The Knox Hill Murders," TV Series)
  • Knox
    ("The Expanse," TV Series)
  • "Knoxville Blues"
    (Song)
  • Knox
    ("Fortnite," Video Game)

Places

  • Knox City Town
    (Texas, USA)
  • Knox County
    (Tennessee, USA)
  • Henry Knox Trail
    (Massachusetts, USA)
  • Knox Mountain Park
    (British Columbia, Canada)
  • Knox Hall
    (New York, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Knox?

Knox means “round hill.” The name suggests a strong and grounded personality, often perceived as reliable and steadfast.

What Is the Origin of The Name Knox?

The name Knox has Scottish origins, derived from the Old English word “cnocc,” meaning “round hill” or “hillock.” Originally a surname, it referred to someone who lived near a hill and has become a popular given name.

Knox Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Knox in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2202021#1992022#2082023
Top 3 Rankings#1992022#2082023#2192018

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Knox

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023208
(-9 from 2022)
1770
(-128 from 2022)
0.09666
2022199
(+21 from 2021)
1898
(+163 from 2021)
0.10134
2021220
(+18 from 2020)
1735
(+207 from 2020)
0.09260
2020238
(+3 from 2019)
1528
(-33 from 2019)
0.08261
2019241
(-22 from 2018)
1561
(-145 from 2018)
0.08123
2018219
(+14 from 2017)
1706
(+66 from 2017)
0.08777
2017233
(+12 from 2016)
1640
(+101 from 2016)
0.08287
2016245
(+13 from 2015)
1539
(+136 from 2015)
0.07598
2015258
(+28 from 2014)
1403
(+159 from 2014)
0.06863
2014286
(+58 from 2013)
1244
(+316 from 2013)
0.06071
2013344
(+23 from 2012)
928
(+106 from 2012)
0.04592
2012367
(+67 from 2011)
822
(+192 from 2011)
0.04051
2011434
(+25 from 2010)
630
(+51 from 2010)
0.03101
2010459
(+245 from 2009)
579
(+238 from 2009)
0.02818
2009704
(+951 from 2008)
341
(+248 from 2008)
0.01608
20081655
(+530 from 2007)
93
(+32 from 2007)
0.00427
20072185
(-35 from 2006)
61
(+1 from 2006)
0.00275
20062150
(+249 from 2005)
60
(+12 from 2005)
0.00274
20052399
(-116 from 2004)
48
(-2 from 2004)
0.00226
20042283
(+639 from 2003)
50
(+17 from 2003)
0.00237
20032922
(+528 from 2002)
33
(+8 from 2002)
0.00157
20023450
(+523 from 2001)
25
(+5 from 2001)
0.00121
20013973
(-333 from 2000)
20
(-2 from 2000)
0.00097
20003640
(-51 from 1999)
22
(+1 from 1999)
0.00105
19993589
(-398 from 1998)
21
(-3 from 1998)
0.00103
19983191
(+686 from 1997)
24
(+7 from 1997)
0.00118
19973877
(-47 from 1996)
17
No change from 1996
0.00085
19963830
(+1293 from 1995)
17
(+6 from 1995)
0.00085
19955123
(+2647 from 1994)
11
(+5 from 1994)
0.00055
19947770
(-1998 from 1993)
6
(-3 from 1993)
0.00029
19935772
(-113 from 1992)
9
No change from 1992
0.00044
19925659
(+1612 from 1991)
9
(+3 from 1991)
0.00043
19917271
(-857 from 1990)
6
(-1 from 1990)
0.00028
19906414
(+526 from 1989)
7
(+1 from 1989)
0.00033
19896940
(+325 from 1988)
6
(+1 from 1988)
0.00029
19887265
(-1340 from 1986)
5
(-1 from 1986)
0.00025
19870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19865925
(-1227 from 1985)
6
(-2 from 1985)
0.00031
19854698
(+1688 from 1982)
8
(+3 from 1982)
0.00042
19840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19826386
(-1286 from 1973)
5
No change from 1973
0.00026
19810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19790
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19780
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19770
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19760
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19750
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19740
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19735100
(-1138 from 1971)
5
(-2 from 1971)
0.00031
19720
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19713962
(-442 from 1970)
7
(-1 from 1970)
0.00039
19703520
(-273 from 1966)
8
(+1 from 1966)
0.00042
19690
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19680
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19670
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19663247
(+683 from 1965)
7
(+2 from 1965)
0.00039
19653930
(+105 from 1964)
5
No change from 1964
0.00026
19644035
(-715 from 1963)
5
(-2 from 1963)
0.00025
19633320
(-17 from 1962)
7
No change from 1962
0.00034
19623303
(-597 from 1961)
7
(-3 from 1961)
0.00033
19612706
(+329 from 1959)
10
(+2 from 1959)
0.00046
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19593035
(-391 from 1958)
8
(-2 from 1958)
0.00037
19582644
(+909 from 1957)
10
(+4 from 1957)
0.00046
19573553
(-589 from 1955)
6
(-2 from 1955)
0.00027
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19552964
(-650 from 1954)
8
(-4 from 1954)
0.00038
19542314
(-215 from 1953)
12
(-2 from 1953)
0.00058
19532099
(+580 from 1952)
14
(+5 from 1952)
0.00070
19522679
(-707 from 1951)
9
(-6 from 1951)
0.00046
19511972
(+466 from 1950)
15
(+5 from 1950)
0.00078
19502438
(-213 from 1949)
10
(-2 from 1949)
0.00055
19492225
(+1443 from 1948)
12
(+7 from 1948)
0.00067
19483668
(-1170 from 1947)
5
(-5 from 1947)
0.00028
19472498
(+421 from 1946)
10
(+3 from 1946)
0.00054
19462919
(-526 from 1945)
7
(-2 from 1945)
0.00042
19452393
(+74 from 1944)
9
No change from 1944
0.00066
19442467
(-481 from 1943)
9
(-5 from 1943)
0.00065
19431986
(-120 from 1942)
14
(-1 from 1942)
0.00096
19421866
(-45 from 1941)
15
No change from 1941
0.00107
19411821
(-19 from 1940)
15
No change from 1940
0.00120
19401802
(+1311 from 1939)
15
(+9 from 1939)
0.00126
19393113
(+63 from 1938)
6
No change from 1938
0.00053
19383176
(-697 from 1937)
6
(-3 from 1937)
0.00053
19372479
(-28 from 1936)
9
No change from 1936
0.00082
19362451
(+78 from 1935)
9
No change from 1935
0.00085
19352529
(-597 from 1934)
9
(-5 from 1934)
0.00084
19341932
(+282 from 1933)
14
(+3 from 1933)
0.00132
19332214
(+878 from 1932)
11
(+4 from 1932)
0.00108
19323092
(-764 from 1931)
7
(-4 from 1931)
0.00065
19312328
(-150 from 1930)
11
(-2 from 1930)
0.00103
19302178
(-449 from 1929)
13
(-6 from 1929)
0.00115
19291729
(+231 from 1928)
19
(+3 from 1928)
0.00172
19281960
(+161 from 1927)
16
(+1 from 1927)
0.00140
19272121
(-140 from 1926)
15
(-1 from 1926)
0.00129
19261981
(+607 from 1925)
16
(+5 from 1925)
0.00140
19252588
(-545 from 1924)
11
(-5 from 1924)
0.00096
19242043
(-347 from 1923)
16
(-5 from 1923)
0.00137
19231696
(-1 from 1922)
21
No change from 1922
0.00185
19221695
(-47 from 1921)
21
(-1 from 1921)
0.00187
19211648
(+404 from 1920)
22
(+6 from 1920)
0.00193
19202052
(-300 from 1919)
16
(-3 from 1919)
0.00145
19191752
(+75 from 1918)
19
(+1 from 1918)
0.00187
19181827
(-349 from 1917)
18
(-5 from 1917)
0.00172
19171478
(+220 from 1916)
23
(+5 from 1916)
0.00240
19161698
(+923 from 1915)
18
(+9 from 1915)
0.00195
19152621
(+294 from 1914)
9
(+3 from 1914)
0.00102
19142915
(-1112 from 1913)
6
(-4 from 1913)
0.00088
19131803
(+82 from 1912)
10
(+2 from 1912)
0.00186
19121885
(-608 from 1909)
8
(+2 from 1909)
0.00177
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19091277
(-77 from 1907)
6
No change from 1907
0.00339
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19071200
(-232 from 1900)
6
(-2 from 1900)
0.00378
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
1900968
(+133 from 1896)
8
(+3 from 1896)
0.00493
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18961101
(-286 from 1888)
5
(-2 from 1888)
0.00387
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
1888815
(-162 from 1881)
7
(-1 from 1881)
0.00539
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
1881653
First SSA data recorded
8
First SSA data recorded
0.00739
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Knox

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2232021#2092022#2462023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1512021#1332022#1202023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3742021#3992022#4412023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1702021#1212022#1332023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1742021#1602022#1782023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2092021#2152022#1962023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2822021#2422022#2402023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1372021#1232022#1472023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2592021#1762022#2062023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#842021#1102022#712023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1232021#1062022#962023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1172021#1242022#1282023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#2512021#2302022#1992023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#2152021#2102022#2262023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#972021#942022#1162023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1252021#1152022#1022023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1862021#2092022#2372023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#2632021#2332022#2152023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#4062021#3182022#3592023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1632021#1172022#1452023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1632021#2122022#1882023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#592021#672022#622023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1302021#1202022#1492023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2382021#2672022#2062023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1422021#1092022#1362023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#1832021#1842022#2012023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1982021#1462022#1882023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2462021#1482022#1772023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2152021#2552022#3052023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1782021#1852022#1462023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#3432021#2522022#2462023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2552021#2652022#2652023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1132021#562022#452023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#1122021#1262022#862023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1252021#1742022#1112023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#952021#872022#662023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#4752021#2182022#3052023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#6092021#4152022#7292023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#4612021#4932022#3202023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#702021#1252022#1082023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1192021#972022#762023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1462021#2192022#1192023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#4162017#2812021#3332022

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3782019#4332020#4192021

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#1092018#1182020#1172022

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1902018#1652019#1642023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#2202019#2322021#2362022

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2522021#1582022

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2322022

Popularity Rankings for Knox in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#2992021#3072022#2542023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3052021#3842022#4302023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4012021#3252022#3662023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3922020

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#7642019

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#7722013#8262017#9442022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Knox a Name for Boys or Girls?

Knox is a great name for boys, appreciated for its clear and powerful sound. The name’s combination of simplicity and strength makes it an excellent option for parents seeking a strong, timeless name.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Knox

Knox in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Knox Martin (Artist, 1923–2022): An American painter and sculptor whose works are displayed in major museums worldwide.
  • Knox McCoy (Author, born 1983): An American author and podcast host, known for his humorous and insightful takes on pop culture.
  • Knox Manning (Announcer, 1904–1980): An American radio and newsreel announcer who narrated many significant historical events.
  • Knox Sutherland (Inventor, 1870–1950): A Scottish inventor credited with numerous patents in the field of mechanical engineering.
  • Knox Simpson (Architect, 1935–2001): An influential American architect known for designing several iconic buildings.
  • Knox Massey (Philanthropist, 1900–1991): An American philanthropist who made significant contributions to education and healthcare.
  • Knox Helm (Diplomat, 1893–1964): A British diplomat who served in various capacities around the world during his career.
  • Knox Overstreet ("Dead Poets Society," 1989 Film): A passionate and romantic student at Welton Academy who is inspired by his English teacher.
  • "Knox" (2015 Film): A biographical drama about the life and legacy of John Knox, a Scottish minister and a leader of the Protestant Reformation.
  • "Knox's Nightmare" (2001 Novel): A thriller novel that follows the protagonist Knox as he unravels a conspiracy that threatens his life.
  • Knox Hill ("The Knox Hill Murders," 2017 TV Series): A detective series centered around the investigations of Knox Hill, a sharp-witted private investigator.
  • Knox ("The Expanse," 2015 TV Series): A supporting character who plays a significant role in the political and interstellar conflicts of the series.
  • "Knoxville Blues" (1998 Song): A blues track that reflects the struggles and emotions of living in Knoxville, featuring a character named Knox.
  • Knox ("Fortnite," 2017 Video Game): A character skin in the popular battle royale game known for his tactical gear and combat skills.
  • Knox City (Texas, USA): A small city in Texas offering a close-knit community and local events.
  • Knox County (Tennessee, USA): A county in Tennessee that includes Knoxville, known for its historical and cultural attractions.
  • Knox Trail (Massachusetts, USA): A historic trail in Massachusetts commemorating the route taken by Henry Knox during the American Revolution.
  • Knox Mountain Park (British Columbia, Canada): A beautiful park in Kelowna offering hiking trails and panoramic views of Okanagan Lake.
  • Knox Hall (New York, USA): A prominent building on the Columbia University campus in New York, housing various academic departments.
  • Knox Church (Dunedin, New Zealand): A historic church in Dunedin, known for its striking Gothic architecture.
  • Knox River (New South Wales, Australia): A river in New South Wales offering recreational activities like fishing and boating.

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