Boy Name · Persian Origin
Darius
Darius is a boy baby name of Persian origin, meaning "To possess good". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Darius often also consider Darrius.
Darius meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: To possess good
Origin: Persian naming roots help connect Darius to related Persian baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Darius as D·A·R·I·U·S, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Darius is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Darius variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Dariusa, Dariuse, Dariusy, Dariu.
- Nicknames: Dar and D.
- Middle names: Pair Darius with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Darius middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Darrius, Darice, Darcie, Darris, Darick — full picks on the sibling names for Darius guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Darius? Browse our names like Darius guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Darius
What does the name Darius mean?
Darius means "To possess good" and is of Persian origin.
What is the origin of Darius?
Darius originates in Persian naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Darius?
Darius has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Darius a boy's or girl's name?
Darius is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Darius in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Darius sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Darius?
Names that share Darius's sound and style include Darrius, Darice, Darcie, Darris, Darick.
What middle names pair well with Darius?
Good middle-name fits for Darius pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Darius is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Darius is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Darius?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Darius share its rhythm without rhyming — Darrius, Darice, Darcie all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.