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Darius vs Boston

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
Boston Rank #628

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Boston more popular?

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

What do Darius and Boston mean?

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

Are Darius and Boston boy or girl names?

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

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