Onyx vs Samson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Onyx Rank #359
Samson Rank #523

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 vs #523 for Samson.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Onyx ___

  • Onyx James
  • Onyx Cole
  • Onyx Reed
  • Onyx Sage
  • Onyx Atlas
  • Onyx Stone

Samson ___

  • Samson James
  • Samson Lee
  • Samson David
  • Samson Ray
  • Samson Cole
  • Samson Grant

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Onyx

Jade Phoenix Flint Raven Zane

If you choose Samson

Delilah Solomon Elijah Noah Naomi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Onyx or Samson more popular?

Onyx is more popular, ranked #359 compared to Samson at #523 in the United States.

What do Onyx and Samson mean?

Onyx means "black gemstone" (Greek (onyx) origin). Samson means "sun, like the sun" (Hebrew origin).

Are Onyx and Samson boy or girl names?

Onyx is primarily a boy name. Samson is primarily a boy name.

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