Darrius Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darrius is a name with Latin origins, derived from the Old Persian 'Dara', meaning 'to possess'. It has evolved through historical forms and is associated with leadership and strength. The name has no biblical relevance, but it gained popularity during classical antiquity due to notable historical figures. Today, Darrius is perceived positively and is linked with notable individuals.
The name Darrius is most popular in Mississippi, 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, Darrius has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Darrius' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5396th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1688th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 687th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 913th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2233rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Darrius' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darrius"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛr.i.əs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Darrius is derived from the Latin name 'Darius', which is believed to come from the Old Persian name 'Dara', meaning 'to possess' or 'to hold'.
Meaning
To possess or to hold
Language Evolution
Dara (Old Persian), Darius (Latin), Darrius (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Western world during the classical period due to the influence of historical figures such as Darius the Great, a king of Persia.
Variants & Derivatives
Darius, Darrin, Darin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Darrius is viewed as a strong and distinctive name, often associated with leadership and power.
Famous People
Darrius Heyward-Bey, an American football player, Darrius McClure, a prominent figure in the community
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darrius"
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 "Darrius"
"Darrius" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5396th of 7552 | 25 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1688th of 10718 | 443 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 687th of 16616 | 3,296 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 913th of 24088 | 3,149 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2233rd of 23106 | 748 |
Regional Popularity of "Darrius" 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
33.63% 1183rd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
16.36% 603rd/3685 |
35.13% 1572nd/4475 |
9.43% 490th/5194 |
31.14% 1967th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.01% 871st/4582 |
27.87% 1439th/5164 |
9.56% 699th/7313 |
20.05% 1496th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.66% 2377th/3984 |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
26.46% 1805th/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Darrius" 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 "Darrius"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darrius" 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.