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Koa vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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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Popularity Comparison

Koa Rank #292
Knox Rank #209

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Knox more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Koa and Knox mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Koa and Knox boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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