Boy
Old English
1 syllable
Fox
FOKS
/fɒks/
"Fox" — a sleek animal name radiating cleverness, speed, and bold modern edge
Fox derives from the Old English fox, referring to the red fox animal, from Proto-Germanic fuhsaz. It has long been used as a surname and is now growing as a given name, part of a trend toward bold animal and nature names. The fox in folklore represents cunning intelligence, quick wit, and adaptability — qualities parents may want to bestow on a child.
Quick Facts
Letters3
SyllablesFox
GenderBoy
OriginOld English
Root Wordfox
MeaningFox, clever and cunning
PopularityRare
Peak Year2018
Trend
↑ Rising
Name DayNovember 3
Nicknames
FoxyF
About the Name Fox
Fox means the fox animal, from Old English fox. It symbolizes cleverness, adaptability, and quick wit in folklore traditions worldwide.
Fox is an Old English word and surname that is now used as a given name, part of a modern trend toward animal and nature names.
Fox is rare but rising as a given name, appealing to parents who want a short, bold, one-syllable name with animal energy.
Fox James, Fox William, and Fox Henry are strong pairings that balance this ultra-short first name with a classic middle name.
Foxes are associated with intelligence, cunning, and independence — a name for a child expected to be quick-thinking and resourceful.
Fox is spelled F-O-X. There are no alternate spellings; the name's simplicity is part of its appeal.
Personality of Fox
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Fox
Creativity
84%
Elegance
74%
Independence
90%
Intelligence
88%
Strength
76%
Warmth
68%
Famous People Named Fox
M
Michael J. Fox
Canadian-American actor known for Back to the Future and Family Ties
F
Fox Mulder
FBI agent protagonist of The X-Files played by David Duchovny
M
Megan Fox
American actress and model known for Transformers
Middle Names for Fox
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Fox
Fox James
Fox William
Fox Henry
Fox Reed
Fox Cole
Fox Grey
Fox Arthur
Fox Stone
Fox River
Fox Miles
Names Similar to Fox
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Sibling Name Ideas
History of Fox
900
Fox used as an Old English word and eventually as a surname for cunning or red-haired individuals
1200
Fox established as a surname in England, eventually producing notable families
1993
The X-Files debuts with Fox Mulder as protagonist, raising the name's profile
2015
Fox rises as a given name amid trends toward short, bold, nature-inspired names
Numerology & Symbolism of Fox
9
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
6
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Scorpio
5
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Rust Orange
💎
Lucky Stone
Carnelian
🌸
Lucky Flower
Foxglove
Fox Around the World
How Fox is written in different languages and scripts
فوكس
Arabic
フォックス
Japanese
Фокс
Russian
폭스
Korean
福克斯
Chinese
Φοξ
Greek
फॉक्स
Hindi
פוקס
Hebrew
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