Darius

In 2022, the name Darius was 678th most popular baby name for boys and 1,387th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 400 babies were named Darius in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 8,403 babies in the United States were named Darius. Today, the average age of someone named Darius is around 28 to 29 years old.

The name "Darius" is not common today.

Nicknames for Darius include Dare and Dari.

Darius Meaning & Origin

Darius is a male name of Persian origin, which means "he who holds firm the good."

The name Darius is described as strong-willed, charismatic and adventurous.

Pronunciation

Darius is pronounced da-reeus in English. The name Darius has 6 letters and 2 or 3 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Darius

• Darius is the name of a character in the video game League of Legends, who is known for his aggressive fighting style and formidable axe.

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