Knute
Knute is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Knot.
Origin and history
Knute is an Anglicized variant of the Old Norse masculine name Knut, derived from the word for knot. It was famously borne by Knute Rockne, the legendary Notre Dame football coach. Though rare today, it carries a strong vintage and Scandinavian heritage in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
691 babies in the United States have been named Knute since 1880. It ranks #3985 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1917.
States where it is most popular
- MN (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 17 |
| 1890-1900 | 23 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 68 |
| 1920-1930 | 67 |
| 1930-1940 | 84 |
| 1940-1950 | 92 |
| 1950-1960 | 115 |
| 1960-1970 | 74 |
| 1970-1980 | 39 |
| 1980-1990 | 25 |
| 1990-2000 | 31 |
| 2000-2010 | 25 |
| 2010-2019 | 21 |
| 2020-2029 | 10 |
Famous people named Knute
- Knute Rockne: Football Coach, Athlete
- Knute Nelson: Politician, Governor
Fun facts
- Knute Rockne was one of the most celebrated coaches in American college football history, popularizing the forward pass.
- The original Old Norse form Knut was borne by medieval monarchs in Denmark, Norway, and England.