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Knox vs Kade

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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Kade

Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#346
Total SSA Count
986
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Knox Rank #209
Kade Rank #346

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #346 for Kade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knox or Kade more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Kade at #346 in the United States.

What do Knox and Kade mean?

Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin). Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin).

Are Knox and Kade boy or girl names?

Knox is primarily a boy name. Kade is primarily a boy name.

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