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Darius vs Axton

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

Darius Rank #746
Axton Rank #838

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #838 for Axton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Axton more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Axton at #838 in the United States.

What do Darius and Axton mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Axton means "ash tree settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Darius and Axton boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Axton is primarily a boy name.

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