Holding steady.
Popularity of Davarius since 1985
Babies named Davarius per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 135 |
| 2000s | 120 |
| 2010s | 48 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Davarius is a modern American invented name, first recorded in 1985. Its peak usage occurred in 1999, but it has never reached the U.S. top 1000. The name is likely a creative blend of David and Darius, reflecting a late 20th-century trend of distinctive, one-of-a-kind names with an -ius suffix. Although its trajectory has been stable in recent years, Davarius remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking a unique name with a familiar sound. The name is overwhelmingly given to boys, and its usage has not been concentrated in any particular state.
Davarius appears to be a modern coinage, formed by blending or modifying established names such as David (Hebrew origin, meaning 'beloved') and Darius (Persian origin, meaning 'possessor of goodness'). The name first appears in U.S. records in 1985 and saw modest use, peaking in 1999. It is part of a broader trend of inventive, -ius ending names in late 20th-century American naming.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dave, Davi, Rius
Variants: Davarious, Davaryus
Sibling names for Davarius
Names that share Davarius's style, for a brother or sister.
