Darrius
Darrius is a boy's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Possessor of good, or maintaining good.
Origin and history
Darrius is a modern variant of Darius, a name with Old Persian roots meaning possessor of good. It gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century as an alternative spelling of the classical name. It remains a recognizable masculine name in contemporary American usage.
Popularity in the United States
7,689 babies in the United States have been named Darrius since 1880. It ranks #1382 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1680.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.7 %)
- IL (9.1 %)
- GA (8.7 %)
- FL (8.6 %)
- NC (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 74 |
| 1970-1980 | 330 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,298 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,801 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,021 |
| 2010-2019 | 918 |
| 2020-2029 | 247 |
Famous people named Darrius
- Darrius Heyward-Bey: American football player
Nicknames
Dare, Darry
Fun facts
- Darrius incorporates a double 'r', distinguishing its modern visual presentation from the traditional spelling Darius.
- The name ultimately derives from the Old Persian name Dārayavahuš, borne by several ancient Persian kings.