Knox Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationnoks / /nɒks/Scottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: round hill; English: from the hills
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Knox has Scottish origins, derived from the word 'cnoc,' meaning hill or mound. It is often associated with the historical figure John Knox, a prominent leader of the Protestant Reformation in Scotland. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name, gaining popularity in modern times. It reflects a connection to nature and geography, particularly in hilly regions.
Trend Summary
The name Knox has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
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Famous people named Knox
Knox Overstreet is a character from the film 'Dead Poets Society,' portrayed by Josh Charles.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Knox was first seen in the United States in 1881. Knox has ranked as high as #341 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, Tennessee, California, Ohio, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Knox has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Knox (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 173 | |
| OH | 94 | |
| GA | 77 | |
| CA | 73 | |
| FL | 71 | |
| TN | 65 | |
| IL | 60 | |
| NC | 59 | |
| MI | 59 | |
| IN | 58 | |
| MO | 58 | |
| VA | 51 | |
| KY | 48 | |
| UT | 46 | |
| IA | 43 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 8 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 19 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 22 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 60 |
| 2007 | 61 |
| 2008 | 93 |
| 2009 | 341 |
| 2010 | 579 |
| 2011 | 630 |
| 2012 | 822 |
| 2013 | 928 |
| 2014 | 1,244 |
| 2015 | 1,403 |
| 2016 | 1,539 |
| 2017 | 1,640 |
| 2018 | 1,706 |
| 2019 | 1,562 |
| 2020 | 1,529 |
| 2021 | 1,737 |
| 2022 | 1,900 |
| 2023 | 1,781 |
| 2024 | 1,701 |