Knute
Meaning of Knute
Knute is a male name with Norwegian origins. In Norwegian, it is pronounced as knoo-teh (/knʌːtə/). The American English pronunciation is noot (/nut/). A variation of the name is Knud.
In terms of popularity, Knute has had fluctuating occurrences in the United States. In recent years, it has been given to a small number of newborn boys, ranking at 12,141 in 2018 and 12,081 in 2015. However, there have been times when Knute was more popular, such as in 1949 when it ranked at 3,691. It has also seen higher rankings in the early to mid-20th century.
Although not widely used today, the name Knute carries historical and cultural associations. One notable association is with Knute Rockne (1888-1931), a legendary football player and coach who greatly influenced the sport. Despite its rare usage nowadays, Knute can still be a distinctive choice for parents looking for a strong and unique name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Norwegian
- Pronunced as knoo-teh (/knʌːtə/)
American English
- Pronunced as noot (/nut/)
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Similar Names to Knute
Notable People Named Knute
| Knute Nelson was a Norwegian-born American attorney and politician who served as the 12th governor of Minnesota and held various state and national positions, making him the longest-serving Senator in Minnesota's history. |
| Knute Kenneth Rockne was a renowned American football player and coach at the University of Notre Dame, achieving over 100 wins and three national championships during his 13 seasons with the team. |
