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Grady vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grady

Boy #371 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, illustrious"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#371
Total SSA Count
882
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Grady Rank #371
Knox Rank #209

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #371 for Grady.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Knox more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Grady at #371 in the United States.

What do Grady and Knox mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Grady and Knox boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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