Find out how popular the first name Darious has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Darious by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Darious is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 12 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Darious.

The history of the first name Darious

The name Darious has its roots in the ancient Persian language, originating from the Old Persian name "Dārayavahuš" or "Darius". This name traces its origins back to the Achaemenid Empire, which ruled over a vast territory spanning from modern-day Iran to parts of India and Egypt between 550 BCE and 330 BCE.

Darius was the name of several influential Persian kings and rulers during this era. The most famous was Darius the Great, also known as Darius I, who reigned from 522 BCE to 486 BCE. He is credited with establishing the Achaemenid Empire as a formidable force and expanding its territories through military conquests.

The name Darius appears in ancient Greek and Latin historical records, as well as in the Old Testament of the Bible. In the Book of Daniel, Darius the Mede is mentioned as a ruler who ascended to power after the fall of the Babylonian Empire.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Darius can be found in the Behistun Inscription, a multilingual inscription carved into a rock face in present-day Iran. This inscription, commissioned by Darius the Great, recounts his ascension to the throne and his victories over rebellious regions.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Darius. These include Darius II (reigned 423 BCE – 404 BCE), a Persian king who faced challenges from Egypt and Greece during his rule, and Darius III (reigned 336 BCE – 330 BCE), the last king of the Achaemenid Empire, who was defeated by Alexander the Great.

In more recent times, Darius has been used as a given name by individuals from various cultural backgrounds. Some notable figures include Darius Milhaud (1892-1974), a French composer and teacher known for his contributions to modern classical music, and Darius Rucker (born 1966), an American singer-songwriter best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Hootie & the Blowfish.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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