Boy Name
Knox
"Round hill"
About the Name Knox
Knox is a bold Scottish surname-turned-first-name meaning round hill, from the Gaelic 'cnoc.' The name carries Scottish Highland ruggedness and is associated with John Knox, the fiery leader of the Scottish Reformation. Celebrity parents Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt brought the name into the spotlight by choosing it for their son. Knox is short, punchy, and memorable.
Name Details
Origin
Scottish
Syllables
1
Popularity Score
66/100
Meaning Category
earth
Famous People Named Knox
- ● John Knox
- ● Knox Jolie-Pitt