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Darius vs Mathew

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
Mathew Rank #941

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #941 for Mathew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Mathew more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Mathew at #941 in the United States.

What do Darius and Mathew mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Darius and Mathew boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Mathew is primarily a boy name.

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