Knoxville
Pronunciation: [ n-AHKSV-ihl ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Knoxville first appeared in US Social Security records in 2014.
Over 10 babies have been named Knoxville in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Knoxville is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #43,714 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #43,714
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Knoxville
Knoxville is a boy name .
Knoxville is currently ranked #43,714 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Knoxville include Kno, Kny, Knoie, and Knoxie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Knoxville include Knox, Knoxx . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis