Jameson 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
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Popularity Comparison

Jameson Rank #118
Knox Rank #209

Jameson is more popular, ranked #118 vs #209 for Knox.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jameson ___

  • Jameson Cole
  • Jameson Reid
  • Jameson Grey
  • Jameson Alexander
  • Jameson Lee
  • Jameson Patrick

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 Jameson

Harrison Jackson Emmaline Charlotte Sullivan

If you choose Knox

Ryder Lennox Jagger Saylor Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jameson or Knox more popular?

Jameson is more popular, ranked #118 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Jameson and Knox mean?

Jameson means "son of James" (English origin). Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are Jameson and Knox boy or girl names?

Jameson is primarily a boy name. Knox is primarily a boy name.

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