Knox

Male

Meaning

From The Small Hill

Origin

Gaelic

Pronunciation

/nɒks/

Traits associated with the name Knox:

Knox has a strong, powerful sound to it that highlights a dog's strength of character.

Dogs named Knox tend to be loving, and good-natured. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Knox?

Naming your dog Knox suggests that you are a fan of classic names and have a strong sense of tradition. It also suggests that you are a fan of strong, masculine names.

Is Knox a good dog name?

Knox is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Knox isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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1,294
New York City Dog Name Database
2,823
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Knox is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Knox was, in the past month, the 1065th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Knox is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Knox was viewed 63 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Knox's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Knox is most adored in Montana, Delaware and Wisconsin.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Louisiana, Washington and Massachusetts.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Knox.

Most popular breeds named Knox:

  1. Boxer
  2. American Pitbull Terrier
  3. Golden Retriever

Knox is found in these categories:

cute dog names
cute

Evokes cuddly Fort Knox gold, with a playful, endearing twist.

country dog names
country

It's associated with Fort Knox in Kentucky, a region known for its rural, southern charm.

Dog names like Knox:

Ruler
Supplanter
Strong, healthy second son
From Cuppel's People
From The Village With The Church
High Or Coastal Land
Knox dog name meaning

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