Onyx vs Bruce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#540
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Onyx Rank #359
Bruce Rank #540

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 vs #540 for Bruce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Onyx or Bruce more popular?

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Onyx and Bruce mean?

Onyx means "black gemstone" (Greek (onyx) origin). Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin).

Are Onyx and Bruce boy or girl names?

Onyx is primarily a boy name. Bruce is primarily a boy name.

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