Knox is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #209 in 2024 with 1,701 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 1,900 births ranking #199. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 9,905.9%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 1,008 boys born was named Knox. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Knox is a sharp Scottish surname-style name meaning "round hill". Its appeal comes from its clean, strong sound much more than from its quiet landscape meaning.
The name moved into modern first-name use through the popularity of compact surname names. It feels confident, contemporary, and slightly rugged.