Jensen vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jensen

Boy #328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jens (son of John)"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#328
Total SSA Count
1,054
Syllables
2
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

Jensen Rank #328
Knox Rank #209

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #328 for Jensen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jensen or Knox more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Jensen at #328 in the United States.

What do Jensen and Knox mean?

Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Jensen and Knox boy or girl names?

Jensen is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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