Knox
Knox is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Round hill or hilltop.
Origin and history
Knox is a Scottish surname derived from the Old English word 'cnoll', meaning a round hillock or hilltop. Historically associated with the Protestant reformer John Knox, it transitioned into a popular given name in the United States. Its usage has surged significantly in the early 21st century.
Popularity in the United States
24,142 babies in the United States have been named Knox since 1880. It ranks #756 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #213.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.7 %)
- TN (5.3 %)
- CA (5.3 %)
- OH (5.1 %)
- GA (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 15 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 20 |
| 1910-1920 | 111 |
| 1920-1930 | 173 |
| 1930-1940 | 95 |
| 1940-1950 | 111 |
| 1950-1960 | 92 |
| 1960-1970 | 41 |
| 1970-1980 | 20 |
| 1980-1990 | 30 |
| 1990-2000 | 127 |
| 2000-2010 | 753 |
| 2010-2019 | 12,055 |
| 2020-2029 | 10,494 |
Fun facts
- The name originally designated someone living near a small, rounded hill or knoll.
- Knox saw a dramatic rise in popularity in the United States during the late 2000s and 2010s.