Darrion Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAIR-ee-on //ˈdɛr.i.ən//
Origin: English; African American
Meaning: Derived from Darius; 'maintainer' or 'protector'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Darrion is believed to be of modern American origin, likely derived from the name Darian, which itself has roots in the Persian name Darius. The name Darius comes from the Old Persian name Dārayavahush, meaning 'he possesses goodness' or 'maintains good.' This name was borne by several kings of ancient Persia, most notably Darius I, who ruled from 522 to 486 BCE and is known for his administrative reforms and the expansion of the Persian Empire.
The transition from Darius to Darian likely occurred through the influence of various cultures and languages, including Greek and Latin, before evolving into its contemporary forms in English-speaking contexts. The name Darrion emerged in the 20th century, reflecting a trend towards the creation of unique names in American culture.
While it does not have a long historical lineage like some other names, its connection to Darius provides a link to a significant historical figure and the grandeur associated with ancient empires. The name's modern usage may also be influenced by the phonetic appeal of similar names, contributing to its adoption in various communities.
Culturally, names derived from Darius often carry connotations of strength, leadership, and nobility, reflecting the qualities of the historical figures associated with them. Darrion, while a relatively recent addition to the lexicon of names, resonates with these traditional associations, embodying a sense of heritage that connects to the ancient world.
The name may also be linked to the diminutive form Darry, which has appeared in various contexts, although Darrion stands as a distinct and modern interpretation.
Famous people named Darrion
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Darrion Caldwell is a mixed martial artist best known for competing in Bellator MMA and winning the Bellator Featherweight World Grand Prix Championship.
Darrion Simmons is a professional basketball player best known for his time in the NBA and overseas leagues.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darrion was first seen in the United States in 1961.
Darrion has ranked as high as #1467 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in Texas, Illinois, California, Missouri, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Darrion has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Darrion is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Darrion was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Darrion.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 2024 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 2023 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 2022 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 2021 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 2020 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 2019 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 2018 | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| 2017 | 52 | 52 | 0 |
| 2016 | 52 | 52 | 0 |
| 2015 | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| 2014 | 62 | 62 | 0 |
| 2013 | 52 | 52 | 0 |
| 2012 | 62 | 62 | 0 |
| 2011 | 75 | 75 | 0 |
| 2010 | 87 | 82 | 5 |
| 2009 | 117 | 111 | 6 |
| 2008 | 139 | 134 | 5 |
| 2007 | 135 | 135 | 0 |
| 2006 | 143 | 143 | 0 |
| 2005 | 155 | 155 | 0 |
| 2004 | 160 | 160 | 0 |
| 2003 | 189 | 184 | 5 |
| 2002 | 171 | 171 | 0 |
| 2001 | 156 | 156 | 0 |
| 2000 | 196 | 183 | 13 |
| 1999 | 163 | 157 | 6 |
| 1998 | 184 | 173 | 11 |
| 1997 | 208 | 197 | 11 |
| 1996 | 205 | 195 | 10 |
| 1995 | 244 | 214 | 30 |
| 1994 | 242 | 220 | 22 |
| 1993 | 141 | 129 | 12 |
| 1992 | 93 | 85 | 8 |
| 1991 | 94 | 89 | 5 |
| 1990 | 85 | 85 | 0 |
| 1989 | 70 | 70 | 0 |
| 1988 | 44 | 44 | 0 |
| 1987 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 1986 | 34 | 34 | 0 |
| 1985 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1984 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1983 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1982 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1981 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1980 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 1979 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1977 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1976 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1975 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1974 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1973 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1972 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1971 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1970 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1969 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1968 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1967 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1966 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1965 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1964 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1963 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1962 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1961 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
Top States for Darrion (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |