Declining since 1999.
Popularity of Daryus since 1989
Babies named Daryus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 102 |
| 2000s | 134 |
| 2010s | 82 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Daryus is a modern spelling variant of the ancient name Darius. First recorded in the United States in 1989, it saw its peak year of usage in 1996. However, its popularity has been on a downward trajectory since 1999, making it a relatively uncommon choice today. The name has not been recorded in the top 1000 for recent years, and its one-in-N ratio is not available due to low frequency. While it has not been associated with any top states, it appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name. Daryus fits within the trend of creative respellings of classic names, offering a fresh take on a name with royal Persian heritage.
Daryus is a modern variant of Darius, itself the Latin form of Greek Dareios, from Old Persian Darayavahush, meaning 'he who holds firm the good.' The name Darius is historically associated with several Persian kings. Daryus emerged as a spelling variation in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend of creative respellings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dary, Rius
Sibling names for Daryus
Names that share Daryus's style, for a brother or sister.
