Knox vs Maeli

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

Knox Rank #209
Maeli Rank #6,117

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 vs #6117 for Maeli.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Knox ___

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

Maeli ___

  • Maeli Rose
  • Maeli Jane
  • Maeli Grace
  • Maeli Claire
  • Maeli Ann
  • Maeli Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Knox

Ryder Lennox Jagger Saylor Piper

If you choose Maeli

Sienna Lila Rowan Finn Owen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knox or Maeli more popular?

Knox is more popular, ranked #209 compared to Maeli at #6117 in the United States.

What do Knox and Maeli mean?

Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin). Maeli means "bitter, beloved" (Hebrew origin).

Are Knox and Maeli boy or girl names?

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

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