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Darius vs Dariel

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
Dariel Rank #48,512

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #48512 for Dariel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Dariel more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Dariel at #48512 in the United States.

What do Darius and Dariel mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Dariel means "precious gift" (Hebrew origin).

Are Darius and Dariel boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Dariel is primarily a girl name.

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