Rising since 2012, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Dharius since 2012
Babies named Dharius per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 65 |
| 2020s | 54 |
Meaning & origin
Dharius is a modern given name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2012, a very recent addition to the American naming pool. It remains extremely rare: in the most recent year of data, 2023, it ranked 7,679th nationally, with only an estimated 1 in 170,808 newborns receiving the name. Its peak year so far was 2024, suggesting a slight upward trajectory. The name's origin is unclear; it may be a phonetic respelling of the ancient Persian name Darius, but there is no documented history or traditional use. Because no top states have yet recorded significant usage, Dharius appears to be a highly localized or family-specific choice. The name's crisp, two-syllable sound and its resemblance to established names like Darius and Darian may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding option for their son.
Dharius first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2012, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a creative respelling or variant of Darius, a name of Persian origin meaning 'possessing goodness'. However, without clear historical or linguistic evidence, its exact derivation is uncertain.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dar, Dhari
Sibling names for Dharius
Names that share Dharius's style, for a brother or sister.
