Onyx: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A dark gemstone of strength and mystery, striking and unforgettable.
Onyx as a Boy Name
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #125
- Peak
- #350 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Onyx Means
Onyx is a boy name of Greek origin. A dark gemstone of strength and mystery, striking and unforgettable.
How Popular Onyx Is
Onyx currently ranks #125 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #350 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Onyx
- Onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony, a type of mineral.
- In ancient Rome, onyx was used for cameos and seals.
- The name has a sharp, gem-quality edge.
Onyx as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #613
- Peak
- #613 in 2020
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Onyx Means
Onyx is a unisex name of Greek origin. The striking black gemstone, powerful and distinctive.
How Popular Onyx Is
Onyx currently ranks #613 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #613 in 2020. It is rising.
Good to Know About Onyx
- At its most popular, Onyx reached #613 in the U.S. in 2020.
- Onyx has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Onyx is a name with ancient Greek heritage.
Names Like Onyx
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Onyx
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Onyx.
Questions About Onyx
What does Onyx mean?
Onyx is a boy name of Greek origin. A dark gemstone of strength and mystery, striking and unforgettable.
How popular is Onyx?
Onyx currently ranks #125 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #350 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Onyx come from?
Onyx comes from Greek roots. Onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony, a type of mineral.
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