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Darius vs Wilson

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
Wilson Rank #645

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Wilson more popular?

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Darius and Wilson mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Darius and Wilson boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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