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Darrius vs Ward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darrius

Boy #3,373 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"he who holds firm the good"

Origin: Old Persian

Cultural Roots

African-American American Persian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,373
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,309
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Darrius Rank #3,373
Ward Rank #3,309

Ward is more popular, ranked #3309 vs #3373 for Darrius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darrius or Ward more popular?

Ward is more popular, ranked #3309 compared to Darrius at #3373 in the United States.

What do Darrius and Ward mean?

Darrius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin). Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin).

Are Darrius and Ward boy or girl names?

Darrius is primarily a boy name. Ward is primarily a boy name.

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