AthleteAmerican1940 – present
Bobby Knight
Legendary NCAA basketball coach; 3 national championships at Indiana
Biography
An American basketball coach widely recognized as one of the greatest coaches in NCAA history, Bobby Knight won three national championships at Indiana University and is known for his intense, demanding coaching style.
Quick Facts
Category
Athlete
Nationality
American
Born
1940
Thinking about the name
Knight
English origin
“A direct adoption of the English word for a medieval warrior and nobleman, Knight carries associations with courage, nobility, and moral virtue. As a given name, it appeals to parents seeking strong, aspirational qualities for their child, with a literary and heroic resonance.”