Darius
boy name#788 in 2025Darius entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #152 in 1990, ranks #788 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#788
rank today
#152
peak (1990)
322
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #761 |
| 1890s | #1070 |
| 1910s | #1758 |
| 1920s | #1915 |
| 1930s | #1754 |
| 1940s | #1432 |
| 1950s | #988 |
| 1960s | #673 |
| 1970s | #454 |
| 1980s | #310 |
| 1990s | #167 |
| 2000s | #274 |
| 2010s | #458 |
| 2020s | #694 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Darius has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 51,500 people named Darius are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Darius alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Darius in 2025?
- Darius ranks #788 among US boy names in 2025, with 322 babies given the name.
- When was the name Darius most popular?
- Darius peaked in 1990, reaching #152 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Darius with classmates?
- Darius will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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