Cayden vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Cayden Rank #350
Knox Rank #209

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #350 for Cayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayden or Knox more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Cayden at #350 in the United States.

What do Cayden and Knox mean?

Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Cayden and Knox boy or girl names?

Cayden is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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