About Knight
The name "Knight" is derived from the Old English word "cniht," meaning a servant or a young man. It originally referred to a young man who served as an attendant or a warrior in medieval times. Over time, the name has come to symbolize bravery, chivalry, and honor, often associated with the noble and courageous knights of medieval legends and tales. As a surname, "Knight" can represent a family's historical connection to knighthood or simply serve as a metaphorical reminder of the qualities associated with knights.
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Most individuals with the name Knight are male.
The popularity of the name has increased by 25.86% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Knight in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Knight using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.