Boston 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

Popularity Comparison

Boston Rank #628
Darius Rank #746

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boston or Darius more popular?

Boston is more popular, ranked #628 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Boston and Darius mean?

Boston means "Botolph's town, market town" (Old English origin). Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Boston and Darius boy or girl names?

Boston is primarily a boy name. Darius is primarily a boy name.

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