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Darius vs Curtis

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
Curtis Rank #929

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #929 for Curtis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Curtis more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Curtis at #929 in the United States.

What do Darius and Curtis mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Curtis means "courteous, well-bred" (Old French origin).

Are Darius and Curtis boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Curtis is primarily a boy name.

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