Nyx Name Meaning
The name Nyx comes from Greek Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Nyx below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Nyx Name Meaning
Greek MythologyMeans "night" in Greek. This was the name of the Greek goddess of the night, the daughter of Khaos and the wife of Erebos.
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