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Otis 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

Otis Rank #733
Darius Rank #746

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 vs #746 for Darius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otis or Darius more popular?

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 compared to Darius at #746 in the United States.

What do Otis and Darius mean?

Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin). Darius means "he who holds firm the good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Otis and Darius boy or girl names?

Otis is primarily a boy name. Darius is primarily a boy name.

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