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

Popularity of Darrius by gender

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

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 44 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Darrius.

The history of the first name Darrius

The name Darrius has its roots in the ancient Persian language, originating from the word "Dara", which means "wealthy" or "rich". It traces back to the Achaemenid Empire, which ruled over a vast territory spanning from modern-day Iran to parts of India and Greece between 550-330 BCE.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in ancient Persian cuneiform inscriptions, where it was used to refer to nobles and members of the royal family. The name gained further prominence during the reign of Darius the Great, who ruled the Achaemenid Empire from 522-486 BCE and was responsible for significant administrative reforms and the construction of several impressive architectural marvels.

In ancient Greek literature, the name appears in the writings of Herodotus, the renowned historian who documented the Greco-Persian Wars. He mentions Darius I, the third Persian king of the Achaemenid Empire, who led the unsuccessful invasion of Greece in 490 BCE.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Darrius. One of the most famous was Darius III, the last king of the Achaemenid Empire, who was defeated by Alexander the Great in 330 BCE, marking the end of the Persian empire.

In the Middle Ages, the name Darrius was used by several Persian rulers, including Darius II (423-404 BCE) and Darius III (336-330 BCE), both of whom ruled during the later stages of the Achaemenid Empire.

Another significant figure was Darius the Mede, a biblical character mentioned in the Book of Daniel, who is said to have ruled the Medo-Persian Empire after the fall of Babylon in the 6th century BCE.

During the Renaissance period, the name Darrius was revived and used by several European scholars and writers who were fascinated by Persian history and culture. One notable example is the Italian humanist and philosopher Pico della Mirandola (1463-1494), who wrote extensively about ancient Persian religion and philosophy.

In more recent times, the name Darrius has been adopted by individuals from various cultural backgrounds, although its usage remains relatively rare compared to other names of Persian origin.

Data source

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