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Dean vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dean

Boy #142 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"church official overseeing ten"

Origin: Latin decanus

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#142
Total SSA Count
2,545
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Dean Rank #142
Knox Rank #209

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 vs #209 for Knox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean or Knox more popular?

Dean is more popular, ranked #142 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Dean and Knox mean?

Dean means "church official overseeing ten" (Latin decanus origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Dean and Knox boy or girl names?

Dean is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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