Knox
Knox is a surname of Scottish origin. The name is derived from the Old English word 'cnocc', meaning 'hill'. The surname Knox has been associated with many notable individuals throughout history, including John Knox, a leading figure in the Scottish Reformation.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The surname Knox is derived from the Old English word 'cnocc', which translates to 'hill'. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have lived on or near a hill. The name is of Scottish origin and is particularly common in the Lowlands region of Scotland.
Notable Individuals[edit | edit source]
Several notable individuals have carried the surname Knox. These include:
- John Knox (c. 1514 – 1572), a Scottish minister and writer who was a leader of the country's Reformation. He is considered the founder of the Presbyterian Church of Scotland.
- Henry Knox (1750 – 1806), an American bookseller and military officer who served as the first United States Secretary of War.
- Philander Chase Knox (1853 – 1921), an American lawyer and politician who served as United States Attorney General, a United States Senator from Pennsylvania, and United States Secretary of State.
- Ronald Knox (1888 – 1957), an English Catholic priest, theologian, and author of detective stories.
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