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Darius vs Darwin

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
Darwin Rank #841

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #841 for Darwin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Darwin more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Darwin at #841 in the United States.

What do Darius and Darwin mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Darwin means "beloved companion" (Old English origin).

Are Darius and Darwin boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Darwin is primarily a boy name.

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