Knox vs Noah

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
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #209 for Knox.

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

Noah ___

  • Noah James
  • Noah Alexander
  • Noah William
  • Noah Thomas
  • Noah Oliver
  • Noah Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Noah

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knox or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Knox at #209 in the United States.

What do Knox and Noah mean?

Knox means "round hill" (Old English/Scottish origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Knox and Noah boy or girl names?

Knox is primarily a boy name. Noah is primarily a boy name.

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