Darius

Meaning of Darius

It means 'possessing goodness' or 'he who holds firm the good.' It suggests someone who is steadfast and virtuous.

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

Popularity of Darius

Darius has cooled off, slipping to #788 in 2025, down from a peak of #218 in 2001.

Notable people named Darius

• Darius Rucker
  American singer, Hootie & the Blowfish
• Darius Garland
  NBA basketball player, Cleveland Cavaliers
• Darius Slay
  NFL football player, Philadelphia Eagles
• Darius the Great
  Ancient Persian king, Achaemenid Empire
• Darius Milhaud
  French classical composer, Les Six

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Questions about the name Darius

What does the name Darius mean?

Darius means it means 'possessing goodness' or 'he who holds firm the good.' it suggests someone who is steadfast and virtuous, and it comes from Old Persian origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Darius?

In 2025, Darius ranked #788 for boys, down from #747 the year before.

When was Darius most popular?

Darius peaked at #218 in 2001.