Knox vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Knox

Boy #209 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"round hill"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Knox Rank #209

Abel Rank #220

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #220 for Abel.

Is Knox or Abel more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Abel at #220 in the United States.

What do Knox and Abel mean?

Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Knox and Abel boy or girl names?

Knox is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.