Onyx vs Kobe

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

Onyx Rank #359
Kobe Rank #410

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Onyx or Kobe more popular?

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

What do Onyx and Kobe mean?

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

Are Onyx and Kobe boy or girl names?

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

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