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Aries vs Darius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darius

Boy #746 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"he who holds firm the good"

Origin: Old Persian

Cultural Roots

Persian Greek Roman American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#746
Total SSA Count
343
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aries Rank #701
Darius Rank #746

Aries is more popular, ranked #701 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aries or Darius more popular?

Aries is more popular, ranked #701 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Aries and Darius mean?

Aries means "the ram" (Latin origin). Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Aries and Darius boy or girl names?

Aries is primarily a boy name. Darius is primarily a boy name.

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