Charlotte vs Knox

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

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Knox Rank #209

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #209 for Knox.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Knox ___

  • Knox James
  • Knox Oliver
  • Knox William
  • Knox Henry
  • Knox Alexander
  • Knox Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Knox

Ryder Lennox Jagger Saylor Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Knox more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Knox mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Charlotte and Knox boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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