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Darius vs Ford

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
Ford Rank #571

Ford is more popular, ranked #571 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Ford more popular?

Ford is more popular, ranked #571 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Darius and Ford mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Ford means "shallow river crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Darius and Ford boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Ford is primarily a boy name.

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