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Darius vs Jesiah

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
Jesiah Rank #806

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #806 for Jesiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Jesiah more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Jesiah at #806 in the United States.

What do Darius and Jesiah mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Jesiah means "God is salvation" (Hebrew origin).

Are Darius and Jesiah boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Jesiah is primarily a boy name.

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