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Sidney vs Darien

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Darien

Boy #1,254 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy, kingly, upholder of good"

Origin: Old Persian

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,254
Total SSA Count
158
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sidney Rank #1,374
Darien Rank #1,254

Darien is more popular, ranked #1254 vs #1374 for Sidney.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sidney or Darien more popular?

Darien is more popular, ranked #1254 compared to Sidney at #1374 in the United States.

What do Sidney and Darien mean?

Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin). Darien means "wealthy, kingly, upholder of good" (Old Persian origin).

Are Sidney and Darien boy or girl names?

Sidney is primarily a boy name. Darien is primarily a boy name.

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