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Boy/GirlPronounced American English /ˈɑn.ɪks/; British English /ˈɒn.ɪks/

Onyx

This name comes from the English word for the gemstone, which can be black, red or other colours.

Quick answer

Onyx is a boy/girl name.

Pronunciation: American English /ˈɑn.ɪks/; British English /ˈɒn.ɪks/.

GenderBoy/Girl
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈɑn.ɪks/; British English /ˈɒn.ɪks/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the English word for the gemstone (a variety of chalcedony), which can be black, red or other colours. It is derived from Greek ὄνυξ (onyx) meaning "claw, nail".

Notes and context

Usage: english