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Darius vs Riggs

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
Riggs Rank #669

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Riggs more popular?

Riggs is more popular, ranked #669 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Darius and Riggs mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin).

Are Darius and Riggs boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Riggs is primarily a boy name.

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