Sonny vs Onyx

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sonny

Boy #336 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son, young boy"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

American English Italian-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#336
Total SSA Count
1,034
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Sonny Rank #336
Onyx Rank #359

Sonny is more popular, ranked #336 vs #359 for Onyx.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sonny or Onyx more popular?

Sonny is more popular, ranked #336 compared to Onyx at #359 in the United States.

What do Sonny and Onyx mean?

Sonny means "son, young boy" (English origin). Onyx means "black gemstone" (Greek (onyx) origin).

Are Sonny and Onyx boy or girl names?

Sonny is primarily a boy name. Onyx is primarily a boy name.

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