Knowledge
Knowledge is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Understanding, familiarity, or awareness gained through experience or study.
Origin and history
Knowledge is a modern English virtue and vocabulary name derived from Middle English, signifying learning, awareness, and understanding. While historically rare, its usage as a given name in the United States has increased significantly since 2020. It reflects a contemporary trend of choosing bold, intellectually resonant word names for children.
Popularity in the United States
2,375 babies in the United States have been named Knowledge since 1880. It ranks #2664 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1030.
States where it is most popular
- FL (15 %)
- NC (13.1 %)
- GA (11.2 %)
- TX (10.8 %)
- SC (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 31 |
| 2000-2010 | 340 |
| 2010-2019 | 895 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,104 |
Fun facts
- Knowledge belongs to a modern wave of word names that express intellectual and personal aspirations, similar to Creed or Wisdom.
- Nearly half of all U.S. birth records for boys named Knowledge since 1880 have occurred between 2020 and 2025.