Darious Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darious is a name of Persian origin meaning 'possessor' or 'holder'. It evolved from the ancient Persian Darius through Middle Persian Dara to its modern form. The name is often associated with traits of leadership and strength, though it has no biblical relevance.
The name Darious is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Darious has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Darious' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4612th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1802nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2697th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5872nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Darious' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darious"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛəriəs/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Darious is derived from the Persian name Darius, which means 'possessor' or 'holder'. It is often associated with the historical figure Darius the Great, a prominent king of Persia.
Meaning
Possessor, holder
Language Evolution
Darius (Ancient Persian), Dara (Middle Persian), Darious (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Western world during the Renaissance period, particularly due to its association with Darius the Great, and has seen various adaptations over the centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Darius, Dari, Darion
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Darious is viewed as a unique and strong name, often associated with leadership and nobility.
Famous People
Darius Rucker, American musician and lead singer of Hootie & The Blowfish, Darius the Great, ancient Persian king
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darious"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Darious"
"Darious" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4612th of 10718 | 80 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1802nd of 16616 | 647 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2697th of 24088 | 639 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5872nd of 23106 | 179 |
Regional Popularity of "Darious" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.16% 1443rd/3685 |
- |
25.43% 1321st/5194 |
51.43% 3249th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
- |
33.04% 2416th/7313 |
48.32% 3606th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
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Regional Popularity of "Darious" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Darious"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darious" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.