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Darius vs Jericho

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
Jericho Rank #905

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #905 for Jericho.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Jericho more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Jericho at #905 in the United States.

What do Darius and Jericho mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Jericho means "city of the moon" (Hebrew origin).

Are Darius and Jericho boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Jericho is primarily a boy name.

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