Derrius
Derrius is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern blend, likely inheriting the meaning of Darius ('possessing goodness' or 'kingly').
Origin and history
Derrius is a modern American name, likely created as a variant of Darius or stylized using the popular prefix 'De-' combined with names like Darius or Marcus. It gained some usage in the late 20th century in the United States. Today it remains a rare and unique choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
852 babies in the United States have been named Derrius since 1880. It ranks #3825 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1890.
States where it is most popular
- IL (29.8 %)
- FL (21.9 %)
- AL (14.9 %)
- GA (14 %)
- CA (5.3 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 18 |
| 1980-1990 | 161 |
| 1990-2000 | 254 |
| 2000-2010 | 258 |
| 2010-2019 | 124 |
| 2020-2029 | 37 |
Famous people named Derrius
- Derrius Guice: American football player
Fun facts
- Derrius developed in the United States as a phonetic variation of the ancient Persian name Darius.
- The name experienced its highest level of usage in the US during the 1990s and 2000s.