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Layton vs Darius

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

Layton Rank #693
Darius Rank #746

Layton is more popular, ranked #693 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layton or Darius more popular?

Layton is more popular, ranked #693 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Layton and Darius mean?

Layton means "herb farm, meadow settlement" (Old English origin). Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Layton and Darius boy or girl names?

Layton is primarily a boy name. Darius is primarily a boy name.

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