Elliot vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

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

Elliot Rank #150
Knox Rank #209

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #209 for Knox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Knox more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Knox mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Elliot and Knox boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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