Knute
boy name#7679 in 2025Knute entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #836 in 1893, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#7679
rank today
#836
peak (1893)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #877 |
| 1890s | #964 |
| 1910s | #2529 |
| 1920s | #3416 |
| 1930s | #2492 |
| 1940s | #2607 |
| 1950s | #2475 |
| 1960s | #3108 |
| 1970s | #4495 |
| 1980s | #5935 |
| 1990s | #7800 |
| 2000s | #10332 |
| 2010s | #11812 |
| 2020s | #7679 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Knute are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Knute alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Knute in 2025?
- Knute ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Knute most popular?
- Knute peaked in 1893, reaching #836 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Knute with classmates?
- Knute will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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