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Cassius 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

Cassius Rank #568
Darius Rank #746

Cassius is more popular, ranked #568 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassius or Darius more popular?

Cassius is more popular, ranked #568 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Cassius and Darius mean?

Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin). Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Cassius and Darius boy or girl names?

Cassius is primarily a boy name. Darius is primarily a boy name.

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