Darius vs Emmitt

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

Popularity Comparison

Darius Rank #746
Emmitt Rank #681

Emmitt is more popular, ranked #681 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Emmitt more popular?

Emmitt is more popular, ranked #681 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Darius and Emmitt mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Emmitt means "whole, universal, powerful" (Germanic origin).

Are Darius and Emmitt boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Emmitt is primarily a boy name.

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