Knud
Meaning: Knot, bold
Origin: Old Norse/Danish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Denmark: #113
Total births: 666
History: A name from the Old Norse sagas, connecting Danish families to their Viking and Scandinavian heritage.
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Every number here comes directly from Denmark’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #26 |
| Babies named Knud in 2024 | 77 |
| Total recorded in Denmark | 666 |
| Peak year | 2024 (77 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #26 |
| Years in records | 1985–2024 (38 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 11 spots |
Frequently asked about Knud
What does the name Knud mean?
Knud means “Knot, bold” from Old Norse/Danish roots.
What is the origin of the name Knud?
Knud has Old Norse/Danish origin. The traditional meaning is “Knot, bold”.
How popular is Knud in Denmark?
Knud ranked #26 in Denmark in 2024 — given to 77 babies that year.
When was Knud most popular?
Knud peaked in 2024 with 77 babies registered that year in Denmark.
Is Knud a boy or girl name?
Knud is predominantly a boys' name in Denmark — over 90% of Knuds in registered births are male.
Is the name Knud rising or falling in popularity?
Knud has risen 11 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Denmark — from #37 in 2019 to #26 in 2024.
How long has Knud been recorded in Denmark?
Knud appears in birth records in Denmark across 38 years — from 1985 through 2024.