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Cason 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

Cason Rank #859
Darius Rank #746

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #859 for Cason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cason or Darius more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Cason at #859 in the United States.

What do Cason and Darius mean?

Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin). Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Cason and Darius boy or girl names?

Cason is primarily a boy name. Darius is primarily a boy name.

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