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Darius vs Dillon

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
Dillon Rank #870

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #870 for Dillon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Dillon more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Darius and Dillon mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Darius and Dillon boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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