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Knox vs Cameron

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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Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Knox Rank #209
Cameron Rank #66

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #209 for Knox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knox or Cameron more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Knox and Cameron mean?

Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin). Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Knox and Cameron boy or girl names?

Knox is primarily a boy name. Cameron is primarily a boy name.

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