How Many People Are Named Knight?
Complete statistics for the name Knight: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Knight means 'knight' in Old English, a term for a mounted warrior. That's just 860 people in the US today, or 1 in 383,546 Americans. It peaked in 2022 with 74 births, making it a genuinely modern name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 33 represents a person with great spiritual insight and a deep connection to humanity.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 10All 878 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2022Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Knight Through the Generations
Knight, a name steeped in medieval history, has seen a resurgence in recent years. With only 878 total births since records began, it's clear that Knight is a very rare choice. The majority of those named Knight are under 30, indicating a strong preference among younger parents. This trend suggests that Knight is becoming increasingly popular, especially among those looking for a unique yet traditional name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Knight's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Knight
How Many People Have the Name Knight?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 132,682 people in the United States currently share the name Knight. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,498 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.
Is Knight a Common or Rare Name?
Knight is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Knight Mean?
Knight means "Old English for 'knight'" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Knight in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Knight Most Popular?
The name Knight reached peak popularity in 2022, with 74 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Knight?
Approximately 132,682 people named Knight live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 132,682. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,498 Americans.
Is Knight a rare name?
Knight is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,498 Americans has this name.
What does the name Knight mean?
Knight means "Old English for 'knight'" and comes from Old English origins.
Is Knight more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Knight are male and 0% are female.
When was Knight most popular?
Knight peaked in 2022 with 74 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.