Knocks Name Meaning, Origin and Heraldry

Knocks? Think of it as Knox with a different pen. The name is habitational, pointing to “From the knock (round hill)”.

A variant of Knox

The ending -cks in Knocks is a typical Scottish derivative of the root behind Knox. Related forms: Knock and Nox.

Knocks coat of arms

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Knox surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

Research your Knocks family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.