Darius vs Phillip

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darius

Boy #746 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"he who holds firm the good"

Origin: Old Persian

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Boy #627 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lover of horses"

Origin: Greek

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Darius Rank #746

Phillip Rank #627

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 vs #746 for Darius.

Is Darius or Phillip more popular?

Phillip is more popular, ranked #627 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Darius and Phillip mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Phillip means "lover of horses" (Greek origin).

Are Darius and Phillip boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Phillip is primarily a boy name.