onice

Onice is a term used as a proper noun in multiple unrelated contexts. It does not refer to a single widely recognized concept.

As a place name, Onice has been used for one or more small localities in various countries. In these uses, it typically designates a community rather than a major urban center.

In personal names, Onice appears as a surname or given name in some cultural contexts, though it is relatively uncommon.

The name is also adopted by several organizations and brands, used to identify companies, products, or projects. The significance of the name is determined by each specific case and is not connected to a shared meaning.

In culture and media, Onice may appear as the name of a fictional organization, place, or character, depending on the author’s choices.

Etymology and usage notes: The origin of the use of Onice as a proper noun is not fixed. The Italian word onice exists for the gemstone onyx, which may influence brand or place-name choices, but many uses of Onice are independent coinages.

See also: on ice, onyx.