Maverick vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maverick

Boy #36 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"independent thinker, non-conformist"

Origin: American English from Samuel Maverick Texas rancher

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36
Total SSA Count
6,615
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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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

Maverick Rank #36
Knox Rank #209

Maverick is more popular, ranked #36 vs #209 for Knox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maverick or Knox more popular?

Maverick is more popular, ranked #36 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Maverick and Knox mean?

Maverick means "independent thinker, non-conformist" (American English from Samuel Maverick Texas rancher origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Maverick and Knox boy or girl names?

Maverick is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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