"he who holds firm the good"
Origin: Old Persian
Language: English
Darrius
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A Persian royal name fit for a great king
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"possessor of good; wealthy king"
Origin: Persian
Language: English
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The Story of Darrius
Darrius is a variant spelling of Darius, which comes from the Greek rendering of the Old Persian name Daryavahush — meaning 'he who holds firm the good' or 'possessor of good.' This was the name of three great kings of the Persian Achaemenid Empire, most famously Darius the Great (550–486 BCE), who expanded the empire to its greatest extent, built the magnificent Persepolis, and organized a postal system so efficient it astonished ancient observers.
Darius and its variant Darrius have been consistently used in African-American communities, particularly popular in the 1980s–1990s. The double-r spelling Darrius has been a popular stylistic variant in the US, giving the ancient Persian royal name a contemporary, personalized feel.
Darrius/Darius carries the prestige of one of antiquity's greatest empires. Darius the Great created the first truly multicultural empire — stretching from Greece to India, it was famous for its tolerance of different cultures and religions, with Darius himself issuing the decree allowing Jews to rebuild their Temple in Jerusalem.
Historical Record
Darrius first appeared in US Social Security records in 1962.
Over 7,661 babies have been named Darrius in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Darrius is past its peak , currently ranked #3,373 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Darius the Great (522–486 BCE) built Persepolis, one of the greatest architectural achievements of the ancient world, begun around 518 BCE
- The famous battle of Marathon (490 BCE), which inspired the modern athletic event, was part of Darius the Great's invasion of Greece
Darrius in Other Languages
Greek
Dareios
Latin
Darius
French
Darius
Persian
Daryush
Spanish
Dario
Popularity Over Time
#3,373
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1989
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,373
- Total SSA Count
- 35
- Cultural Origins
- African-American American Persian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Dar
Darius
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Frequently Asked Questions About Darrius
What does the name Darrius mean?
"he who holds firm the good" (from Old Persian). "possessor of good; wealthy king" (from Persian). Darrius is a variant spelling of Darius, which comes from the Greek rendering of the Old Persian name Daryavahush — meaning 'he who holds firm the good' or 'possessor of good.' This was the name of three great kings of the Persian Achaemenid Empire, most famously Darius the Great (550–486 BCE), who expanded the empire to its greatest extent, built the magnificent Persepolis, and organized a postal system so efficient it astonished ancient observers.
What is the origin of the name Darrius?
Darrius has Old Persian, Persian, African-American, and American origins. In Old Persian, it means "he who holds firm the good". In Persian, it means "possessor of good; wealthy king".
Is Darrius a boy or girl name?
Darrius is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Darrius?
Darrius is currently ranked #3373 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Darrius?
Common nicknames for Darrius include Dar and Darius.
What are good middle names for Darrius?
Popular middle name pairings include Darrius James, Darrius Andre, Darrius Lee, Darrius Michael, Darrius Allen, and Darrius Jerome.
What are good sibling names for Darrius?
Names that pair well with Darrius as siblings include Marcus, Dominic, Lyric, Zara, Amara, and Cyrus.
How many syllables does Darrius have?
Darrius has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Darrius a common or rare name?
Darrius is an uncommon name, ranked #3373 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Darrius
Darrius is a boy name with African-American, American, and Persian origins . The name means "he who holds firm the good" in Old Persian .
Darrius is currently ranked #3,373 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Darrius has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Darrius include Dar and Darius. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Darrius include Darren, Darrell, Darryl, Darrin, Darrion . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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