Nyx, pronounced as /nɪks/, is of Greek origin and translates to 'night'. In Greek mythology, Nyx is the primordial goddess of the night. She is often depicted as a winged figure, draped in a black robe or cloak, symbolizing her role as the personification of nighttime darkness. Nyx is considered one of the first beings to emerge from Chaos, the void that existed before creation. She is said to have laid the golden eggs that hatched the gods of sleep, death, and dreams: Hypnos, Thanatos, and Morpheus respectively.
The name Nyx saw a steady increase in popularity from 2018 onwards, with a notable surge in recent years, particularly between 2022 and 2023 where it more than doubled in usage.