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Grant vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Grant Rank #241
Knox Rank #209

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #241 for Grant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant or Knox more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Grant at #241 in the United States.

What do Grant and Knox mean?

Grant means "large, great" (Old French origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Grant and Knox boy or girl names?

Grant is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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