Rory vs Knox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Rory Rank #226
Knox Rank #209

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rory or Knox more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Rory and Knox mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Rory and Knox boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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