Declining since 2022, #4,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Onix since 1956
Babies named Onix per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 22 |
| 1970s | 9 |
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 93 |
| 2020s | 134 |
Meaning & origin
Onix is a rare and modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1956, but its most significant boost in recognition came from the 1990s Pokémon franchise, where Onix is a Rock Snake Pokémon. Despite its pop culture ties, the name has never reached widespread popularity; it peaked in 2023 at rank 4,539, with about 1 in 77,640 boys receiving the name that year. The trajectory has been falling since 2022, indicating a short-lived trend. Onix has not consistently charted in any top states, suggesting it is used sporadically across the country. As a variant of 'onyx,' the name may appeal to parents seeking a unique, gemstone-inspired choice with a modern edge, but its limited historical use makes it an idiosyncratic option rather than a traditional given name.
Onix first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1956, but its modern usage is largely influenced by the 1990s Pokémon franchise, which features a rock snake character named Onix. The spelling variation with an 'i' instead of 'y' suggests a stylistic adaptation of the gemstone name onyx. It remains a rare given name with no ancient linguistic roots.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Onyx
Sibling names for Onix
Names that share Onix's style, for a brother or sister.
