Knox vs Tyler

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

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Knox Rank #209
Tyler Rank #191

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 vs #209 for Knox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knox or Tyler more popular?

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Knox and Tyler mean?

Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin). Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin).

Are Knox and Tyler boy or girl names?

Knox is primarily a boy name. Tyler is primarily a boy name.

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