Darrius

Meaning of Darrius

This name means 'possessing good' or 'upholder of good.' It signifies someone who holds firm to what is right.

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

Popularity of Darrius

After ranking as high as #676 in 2000, Darrius has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Darrius

• Darrius Heyward-Bey
  Former NFL wide receiver
• Darrius Shepherd
  NFL wide receiver
• Darrius Johnson
  Former NFL cornerback
• Darrius Barnes
  Former MLS soccer player
• Darrius Philon
  Former NFL safety

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Questions about the name Darrius

What does the name Darrius mean?

Darrius means this name means 'possessing good' or 'upholder of good.' it signifies someone who holds firm to what is right, and it comes from Persian origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Darrius?

Darrius did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Darrius most popular?

Darrius peaked at #676 in 2000.