gender neutral
Onyx
claw, nail
About Onyx
This name evokes the deep, lustrous beauty of the precious gemstone it represents. There's something inherently cool and sophisticated about a name drawn from nature's treasure trove. The sleek single-syllable structure gives it a modern, streamlined quality that resonates with contemporary sensibilities. It carries an air of mystery and depth, suggesting layers of personality waiting to be discovered. The 'x' ending adds an edgy contemporary twist to what might otherwise feel purely classical. Parents drawn to nature-inspired names will appreciate its connection to the earth's beauty, while those seeking something fashion-forward will love its stylish appeal.
Popularity of the Name Onyx
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | #858 | #323 | #947 | |
| 2019 | #744 | #228 | ||
| 2020 | #613 | #603 | ||
| 2021 | #405 | #256 | #455 | |
| 2022 | #352 | #223 | #529 | |
| 2023 | #307 | #914 | #369 | #646 |
| 2024 | #358 | #352 | #608 | |
| 2025 | #365 | #338 | #754 | |
| 2015 | #380 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Onyx
- Onyks
- Onyxe
- Onik
- Onicks
- Onixx
- Onyxx
- Onyxs
- Onykks
- Onyxon
- Onyxen
Names Similar to Onyx
Nicknames for Onyx
- On
- Ony
- Nyx
- Nyxie
Famous People Named Onyx
| Onyx Johnson | American actor |
| Onyx Smith | British musician |
| Onyx Williams | Australian athlete |
| Onyx Lopez | Mexican football player |
| Onyx Brown | Canadian artist |
| Onyx Lee | Chinese entrepreneur |
| Onyx Martinez | Spanish chef |
| Onyx Scott | Scottish author |
| Onyx Patel | Indian scientist |
| Onyx Wilson | Jamaican politician |
| Onyx Harris | South African filmmaker |
| Onyx Ramirez | Brazilian model |
| Onyx Anderson | Swedish musician |
| Onyx Khan | Pakistani journalist |
| Onyx Garcia | Mexican painter |
| Onyx Thompson | American singer-songwriter |
| Onyx Taylor | British comedian |
| Onyx Chen | Chinese architect |
| Onyx Miller | Canadian photographer |
| Onyx Lewis | Australian poet |
Characters Named Onyx
| Onyx Blackwood | Wizard in a fantasy novel |
| Onyx Sterling | Superhero with the power of invulnerability |
| Onyx Stoneheart | Vampire prince in a supernatural romance series |
| Onyx Shadowborn | Mysterious assassin in a science fiction thriller |
| Onyx Firestone | Dwarf warrior in an epic fantasy game |
| Onyx Drake | Detective in a crime noir novel |
| Onyx Winterbourne | Time traveler in a young adult adventure series |
| Onyx Stormrider | Pirate captain in a swashbuckling fantasy tale |
| Onyx Ironheart | Robot protagonist in a dystopian science fiction story |
| Onyx Nightshade | Sorcerer in a magical realism novel |
| Onyx Thornfield | Gothic hero in a romance novel |
| Onyx Swiftwing | Elven archer in a high fantasy trilogy |
| Onyx Moonshadow | Werewolf protagonist in a paranormal thriller |
| Onyx Frostbane | Ice mage in a role-playing video game |
| Onyx Thunderstrike | Alien warrior in a space opera series |
| Onyx Blazeheart | Legendary knight in a medieval fantasy epic |
| Onyx Darkwater | Witch doctor in a supernatural horror film |
| Onyx Stormbreaker | Barbarian king in a graphic novel |
| Onyx Starfinder | Explorer in a science fiction adventure game |
| Onyx Shadowpaw | Anthropomorphic feline detective in a mystery novel |