Declining since 1993, #3,949 for boys today.
Popularity of Darrius since 1962
Babies named Darrius per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 74 |
| 1970s | 330 |
| 1980s | 1,298 |
| 1990s | 2,801 |
| 2000s | 2,021 |
| 2010s | 918 |
| 2020s | 247 |
Meaning & origin
Darrius is a modern American invention, a respelling of the ancient Persian name Darius that first entered U.S. birth records in 1962. It reached its peak popularity in 1994, when it ranked highest, after which it has been steadily falling. In 2025, it ranked 3,949th, with a 1-in-63,262 incidence. The name has been most common in Texas, reflecting broader Southern and Southwestern naming trends. Darrius fits a pattern of 1990s creative respellings that gave traditional names a distinctive twist. Though never a top-1000 staple, its moderate usage over several decades suggests it has retained a quiet, steady appeal among families seeking a name that is familiar yet uncommon.
Darrius is a modern American variant of the ancient Persian name Darius, derived from the Old Persian Dārayavahush, meaning 'he who holds firm the good' or 'possessor of goodness.' The spelling with a double 'r' and 'i' emerged in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, possibly influenced by the name Darrin or as a respelling of Darius. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1962 and saw modest use, especially in the 1990s.
Where Darrius is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Darr, Darius
Sibling names for Darrius
Names that share Darrius's style, for a brother or sister.
