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Darius vs Clyde

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
Clyde Rank #728

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Clyde more popular?

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Darius and Clyde mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin).

Are Darius and Clyde boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Clyde is primarily a boy name.

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