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Loyal 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

Loyal Rank #879
Darius Rank #746

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 vs #879 for Loyal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loyal or Darius more popular?

Darius is more popular, ranked #746 compared to Loyal at #879 in the United States.

What do Loyal and Darius mean?

Loyal means "faithful, devoted" (English/Old French origin). Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Loyal and Darius boy or girl names?

Loyal is primarily a boy name. Darius is primarily a boy name.

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