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Ethan vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ethan

Boy #19 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"permanent, long-lived"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19
Total SSA Count
8,170
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Ethan Rank #19
Knox Rank #209

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #209 for Knox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethan or Knox more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Ethan and Knox mean?

Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Ethan and Knox boy or girl names?

Ethan is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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