Elliott vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elliott

Boy #163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#163
Total SSA Count
2,219
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

Elliott Rank #163
Knox Rank #209

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 vs #209 for Knox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliott or Knox more popular?

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Elliott and Knox mean?

Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Elliott and Knox boy or girl names?

Elliott is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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