Darius Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDARE-ee-us / /ˈdɛəriəs/Persian; Greek
Meaning
Persian: 'possessor'; Greek: 'to hold'
Historical & Cultural Background
Darius is a name of Persian origin, historically associated with several kings of Persia, most notably Darius the Great, who ruled from 522 to 486 BCE. The name has been used in various cultures, including Greek, where it was adopted and adapted. It has remained a popular name in various forms throughout history, symbolizing strength and leadership.
Trend Summary
Darius has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dareus
- Daryus
International Variants
- Dario (Italian)
- Dariusz (Polish)
- Dariush (Persian)
Famous people named Darius
Darius I of Persia was a prominent king known for his administrative reforms and expansion of the Persian Empire.
Darius Rucker is an American singer and songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist of the band Hootie & the Blowfish.
Darius Milhaud was a French composer and member of the group of composers known as 'Les Six'.
Darius Garland is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA.
Fictional characters named Darius
Darius is a character in the video game series 'League of Legends', known for his role as a powerful warrior.
Darius is a character in the book 'The Last Kingdom' by Bernard Cornwell, depicted as a skilled warrior.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darius was first seen in the United States in 1880. Darius has ranked as high as #296 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, Georgia, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Darius has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darius (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 39 | |
| FL | 27 | |
| GA | 27 | |
| TX | 26 | |
| IL | 16 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| NY | 14 | |
| OH | 13 | |
| VA | 12 | |
| IN | 12 | |
| MI | 10 | |
| SC | 10 | |
| WI | 9 | |
| MO | 8 | |
| WA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 10 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 27 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 17 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 20 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 25 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1937 | 20 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 25 |
| 1940 | 21 |
| 1941 | 23 |
| 1942 | 19 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 25 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 39 |
| 1947 | 33 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 33 |
| 1951 | 41 |
| 1952 | 60 |
| 1953 | 44 |
| 1954 | 58 |
| 1955 | 67 |
| 1956 | 55 |
| 1957 | 77 |
| 1958 | 79 |
| 1959 | 73 |
| 1960 | 85 |
| 1961 | 98 |
| 1962 | 109 |
| 1963 | 128 |
| 1964 | 124 |
| 1965 | 124 |
| 1966 | 125 |
| 1967 | 165 |
| 1968 | 172 |
| 1969 | 220 |
| 1970 | 259 |
| 1971 | 259 |
| 1972 | 292 |
| 1973 | 285 |
| 1974 | 297 |
| 1975 | 307 |
| 1976 | 273 |
| 1977 | 361 |
| 1978 | 351 |
| 1979 | 460 |
| 1980 | 498 |
| 1981 | 484 |
| 1982 | 493 |
| 1983 | 489 |
| 1984 | 601 |
| 1985 | 609 |
| 1986 | 650 |
| 1987 | 902 |
| 1988 | 948 |
| 1989 | 1,504 |
| 1990 | 2,033 |
| 1991 | 2,118 |
| 1992 | 1,923 |
| 1993 | 1,983 |
| 1994 | 2,184 |
| 1995 | 1,932 |
| 1996 | 1,768 |
| 1997 | 1,890 |
| 1998 | 2,131 |
| 1999 | 1,703 |
| 2000 | 1,564 |
| 2001 | 1,568 |
| 2002 | 1,422 |
| 2003 | 1,289 |
| 2004 | 1,117 |
| 2005 | 1,134 |
| 2006 | 1,244 |
| 2007 | 1,090 |
| 2008 | 1,052 |
| 2009 | 956 |
| 2010 | 929 |
| 2011 | 766 |
| 2012 | 730 |
| 2013 | 718 |
| 2014 | 614 |
| 2015 | 578 |
| 2016 | 584 |
| 2017 | 584 |
| 2018 | 552 |
| 2019 | 491 |
| 2020 | 467 |
| 2021 | 434 |
| 2022 | 402 |
| 2023 | 365 |
| 2024 | 343 |