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Darius vs Rayden

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
Rayden Rank #757

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #757 for Rayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Rayden more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Rayden at #757 in the United States.

What do Darius and Rayden mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Rayden means "thunder and lightning" (Japanese origin).

Are Darius and Rayden boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Rayden is primarily a boy name.

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