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By Madison Dresler · Jul 2026

NIGHT-lee

Knightley

OriginEnglish
Meaning"servant clearing"
GenderBoy
Also a girl's nameShow me Knightley as a girl's name

About Knightley

The name Knightley peaked for boys at #10421 in 2024. Knightley is occasionally used for girls in 2025.

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