Dario

Meaning of Dario

It means 'possessor of good' or 'to possess good.' This suggests someone who holds onto what is good or is wealthy in goodness.

Dario has Old Persian roots — browse every Old Persian baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Dario

Dario has cooled off, slipping to #760 in 2025, down from a peak of #635 in 2024.

Notable people named Dario

• Dario Argento
  Italian horror film director
• Dario Franchitti
  Scottish IndyCar champion
• Dario Fo
  Italian Nobel-winning playwright
• Dario Šarić
  Croatian NBA basketball player
• Dario Cologna
  Swiss Olympic cross-country skier

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Questions about the name Dario

What does the name Dario mean?

Dario means it means 'possessor of good' or 'to possess good.' this suggests someone who holds onto what is good or is wealthy in goodness, and it comes from Old Persian origins.

Is Dario a boy's or a girl's name?

Dario is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Dario?

In 2025, Dario ranked #760 for boys, down from #635 the year before.

When was Dario most popular?

Dario peaked at #635 in 2024.