"round hill, hillock"
Origin: Scottish/Old English
Language: English
Knoxx
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A punchy surname name with Scottish hill country roots
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Meaning & Origin
"from the hills"
Origin: Scottish surname
Language: English
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The Story of Knoxx
Knoxx is a creative spelling variant of Knox, a Scottish surname derived from the Old English 'cnocc,' meaning 'round hill.' As a place name, it referred to locations near prominent hills. The name gained fame through the Protestant reformer John Knox in 16th-century Scotland. The double-x spelling is a modern American addition, adding visual distinction and boldness.
Knox surged in popularity after Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt named their son Knox in 2008. The variant Knoxx with double-x emerged as parents sought an even more distinctive spelling, fitting within the broader trend of unconventional consonant clusters in baby names.
Knox honors John Knox, the fiery Scottish Protestant reformer who founded Presbyterianism. As a given name in America, it evokes rugged individualism and strength, fitting the trend of strong one-syllable surname-as-firstname.
Historical Record
Knoxx first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.
Over 550 babies have been named Knoxx in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Knoxx is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,305 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Knox Fort in Tennessee is named after General Henry Knox, first US Secretary of War
- Knox was one of the fastest-rising baby names in the 2010s following the Jolie-Pitt birth announcement
- The double-x spelling Knoxx follows the trend seen in Jaxx, Maxx, and similar modern names
Knoxx in Other Languages
French
Knox
German
Knox
English
Knox
Scottish Gaelic
Cnoc (hill)
Popularity Over Time
#2,305
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Knoxx
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Knox Jolie-Pitt
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2008
Son of actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, whose naming helped popularize Knox as a given name
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John Knox
Religious
1514
Scottish Protestant reformer who founded Presbyterianism and shaped Scotland's religious identity
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #2,305
- Total SSA Count
- 62
- Cultural Origins
- American Scottish English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Knox
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Frequently Asked Questions About Knoxx
What does the name Knoxx mean?
"round hill, hillock" (from Scottish/Old English). "from the hills" (from Scottish surname). Knoxx is a creative spelling variant of Knox, a Scottish surname derived from the Old English 'cnocc,' meaning 'round hill.' As a place name, it referred to locations near prominent hills. The name gained fame through the Protestant reformer John Knox in 16th-century Scotland. The double-x spelling is a modern American addition, adding visual distinction and boldness.
What is the origin of the name Knoxx?
Knoxx has Scottish/Old English, Scottish surname, American, Scottish, and English origins. In Scottish/Old English, it means "round hill, hillock". In Scottish surname, it means "from the hills".
Is Knoxx a boy or girl name?
Knoxx is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Knoxx?
Knoxx is currently ranked #2305 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Knoxx?
Common nicknames for Knoxx include Knox.
What are good middle names for Knoxx?
Popular middle name pairings include Knoxx James, Knoxx Lee, Knoxx River, Knoxx Cole, Knoxx Grey, Knoxx Wilder, and Knoxx Dean.
What are good sibling names for Knoxx?
Names that pair well with Knoxx as siblings include Axel, Maverick, Jett, Remi, Zara, Slade, and Harper.
How many syllables does Knoxx have?
Knoxx has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Knoxx a common or rare name?
Knoxx is an uncommon name, ranked #2305 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Knoxx?
Are there other spellings for Knoxx?
Related spellings include Knox.
About the Name Knoxx
Knoxx is a boy name with American, Scottish, and English origins . The name means "round hill, hillock" in Scottish/Old English .
Knoxx is currently ranked #2,305 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Knoxx has 1 syllable, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Knoxx include Knox. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Knoxx include Knox . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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