Kobe vs Onyx

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kobe

Boy #410 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tortoise (alternative Japanese reading)"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#410
Total SSA Count
787
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kobe Rank #410
Onyx Rank #359

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 vs #410 for Kobe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kobe or Onyx more popular?

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 compared to Kobe at #410 in the United States.

What do Kobe and Onyx mean?

Kobe means "tortoise (alternative Japanese reading)" (Japanese origin). Onyx means "black gemstone" (Greek (onyx) origin).

Are Kobe and Onyx boy or girl names?

Kobe is primarily a boy name. Onyx is primarily a boy name.

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