Brody vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Knox

Boy #209 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round hill"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

Cultural Roots

American Scottish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#209
Total SSA Count
1,701
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brody Rank #224
Knox Rank #209

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #224 for Brody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or Knox more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Brody and Knox mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Brody and Knox boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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