Darrious Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darrious is a modern name derived from the Persian name Darius, which means 'to possess' or 'maintain'. It has evolved from its ancient roots through various forms, reflecting a trend in contemporary naming practices. The name is associated with creativity and individuality, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darrious"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛr.i.əs/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
The name Darrious is a modern variation of the name Darius, which has Persian roots meaning 'to possess' or 'maintain'.
Meaning
possessor, maintainer
Language Evolution
Darius (Ancient Persian), Dariush (Old Persian), Darrious (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a trendy and unique name for boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Darius, Dari, Darrion
Modern Popularity & Image
Darrious is perceived as a modern and distinctive name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Darrious Heyward-Bey (American football player), Darrious Johnson (American actor)
📊 Darrious Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Darrious Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 23 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darrious"
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 "Darrious"
"Darrious" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4037th of 16616 | 199 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6912th of 24088 | 162 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16116th of 23106 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Darrious" 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) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
53.58% 2783rd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Darrious" 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 "Darrious"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darrious" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Darrious" in the United States
The name Darrious is most popular in Tennessee, 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, Darrious has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Darrious' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4037th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6912th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16116th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Darrious' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.