Knox vs Jude

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

Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Knox Rank #209
Jude Rank #156

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 vs #209 for Knox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knox or Jude more popular?

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Knox and Jude mean?

Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin). Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin).

Are Knox and Jude boy or girl names?

Knox is primarily a boy name. Jude is primarily a boy name.

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