Knute name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Boy
Origin: Old Norse
Pronunciation: kn(u)-te
Meaning: Knot, the Daring, Outspoken and Well: Descendant
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What does Knute mean?

Knute is variant form of desirable Knut. Knut is Danish and Swedish cognate of Knútr. Originated from Old Norse, Well-Known and Ceaseless Knut, Knut means "the Daring and Knot".

How do I pronounce Knute?

kn(u)-te is the most common way to pronounce two syllabled Knute.

Variants of Knute

Knut, Knútr, Canute

How popular is the name Knute?

Knute is an uncommon baby name in United States, even after 83 years of use, it could not make it big. Over 681 babies in United States have been named Knute. As per our research, over 800 people has been named Knute globally.

YearRankBirths
2018121365
2015120775
2014107046
2011122775
2009109896
2008125445
200499446
200378288
199987026
199781096
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

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Here's what numbers has to say about Knute

If you notice someone being superficial, you walk away. You like to help people but refuse help when it comes to your life struggles. Challenges don't scare you but on the contrary, they make you feel alive. You are efficient, dynamic, and always look at the big picture instead of collecting the small pieces and wonder where they fit. You are a good listener, and always give the best advice, especially when it comes to relationships.

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  •  Une - Majorly used in Old SwedishDanish and Danish, Une has origin in Old Norse and African-Akposso and is aimed at both sexes, meaning of Une is "Road, Be Satisfied or Be Happy"

Famous people named Knute

  • Knute Rockne, Norwegian-American football player and coach at the University of Notre Dame
  • Knute Nelson, American attorney and politician active
  • Knute Hill, U.S. Representative from the state of Washington

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
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