Onyx vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Onyx

Boy #359 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"black gemstone"

Origin: Greek (onyx)

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Onyx Rank #359

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #359 for Onyx.

Is Onyx or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Onyx at #359 in the United States.

What do Onyx and Derek mean?

Onyx means "black gemstone" (Greek (onyx) origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Onyx and Derek boy or girl names?

Onyx is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.