Nyx
Nyx first appears in US records in 2008. It peaked in 2022, when 84 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 68.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Nyx popular?
Rising Nyx has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 381 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 144 | |
| 2000s | 10 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Nyx mean?
From Greek 'nyx' meaning 'night'. Nyx is the primordial Greek goddess and personification of the night — include as a deity name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nyx mean?
Nyx means night. From Greek 'nyx' meaning 'night'. Nyx is the primordial Greek goddess and personification of the night — include as a deity name.
What is the origin of the name Nyx?
Nyx is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Nyx?
Nyx is pronounced “NIKS.”
Is Nyx a boy or a girl name?
Nyx is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Nyx a popular name right now?
Nyx has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Nyx?
In 2025, Nyx ranked #2577 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Nyx most popular?
Nyx was most popular in 2022, when about 84 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Nyx?
Names similar to Nyx include Charis, Bronte, Callista, Anthea, Hestia.
What names go well with Nyx?
greek names that pair well with Nyx include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.