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Darius vs Otis

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
Otis Rank #733

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Otis more popular?

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Darius and Otis mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin).

Are Darius and Otis boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Otis is primarily a boy name.

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