Dari

“possessor, holder” — Associated with female figures

Persian origin · Unisex name

♂ 6% boys♀ 94% girls

#7002US 2023

16Births / yr

↓Falling

629All-time births

📅 Since 194500

What does Dari mean and where does it come from?

Dari is a Persian name often associated with female figures. It has Persian roots and is commonly used in Iran and Afghanistan. The name embodies qualities such as nobility and goodness. Its first recorded use in literature is difficult to pinpoint due to the historical richness of Persian narrative

Cultural significance

Dari has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Persian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of possessor, holder.

Peak popularity

Reached #2714 in 1960 — currently #7002 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dari?

Dari works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Dari Grace

How popular is Dari right now?

Falling — down 1323 spots — currently #7002 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1945–2023#7002 · Top 5.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7002	16	▼ down 1323 · -27% births
2022	#5679	22	▼ down 1413 · -33% births
2021	#4266	33	▲ up 1587 · +65% births
2020	#5853	20	▲ up 8849 · +233% births
2015	#14702	6	▼ down 1076 · -14% births
2010	#13626	7	▼ down 427
2005	#13199	7	▼ down 1201
2000	#11998	7	▲ up 1733 · +40% births
1995	#13731	5	▼ down 6773 · -58% births
1990	#6958	12	▼ down 902 · +9% births
1980	#6056	11	▲ up 3408 · +120% births
1975	#9464	5	▼ down 5665 · -69% births
1970	#3799	16	▲ up 602 · +60% births
1965	#4401	10	▼ down 1687 · -52% births
1960	#2714	21	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dari

Best Year1960Rank #2714

Peak Count33

Average Rank#7865

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1945 - 202317 years

The story of Dari

Dari entered American naming records in 1945 and has been in use for over 79 years. With 629 total births recorded, Dari remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5188 in 1945, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7002 in 2023. Dari is used for both genders: 94% female and 6% male.

Names that peaked alongside Dari in 1960:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Dari by decade

Dari peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	24
1950s	74
1960s ★	127
1970s	96
1980s	50
1990s	56
2000s	71
2010s	105
2020s	26

💎Dari has only 629 total recorded births since 1945 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dari?

Common

DarDarieDary

What names sound and feel like Dari?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dari also consider these

Zari

Persian · Persian

Darri

USA · Derived from the

Common questions about the name Dari

What does the name Dari mean?

Dari means "possessor, holder" — a name rooted in Persian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Dari?

Dari is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Dari have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Dari?

Dari originates from Persian tradition. Persian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Dari trending right now?

Dari is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Dari a common or rare name?

Dari is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.