Darius vs Zechariah

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

Popularity Comparison

Darius Rank #746
Zechariah Rank #902

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #902 for Zechariah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darius or Zechariah more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Zechariah at #902 in the United States.

What do Darius and Zechariah mean?

Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Zechariah means "God has remembered" (Hebrew origin).

Are Darius and Zechariah boy or girl names?

Darius is primarily a boy name. Zechariah is primarily a boy name.

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