Darrious

“A modern American variation of Darius, meaning 'possessor' or 'wealthy'.” — Associated with strength and leadership

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12629US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

384All-time births

📅 Since 197800

How to pronounce Darrious

DAH·REYE·oh·UHS

/ˈdɑ.ˈraɪ.oʊ.ˈəs/ · stress on DAH · 4 syllables

“A modern American variation of Darius, meaning 'possessor' or 'wealthy'.”

Associated with strength and leadership · American origin

What does Darrious mean and where does it come from?

Darrious is a contemporary American name that serves as a variation of the name Darius, which has ancient Persian roots. The name Darius was borne by several kings of ancient Persia and is associated with strength and leadership. Darrious has emerged in more recent years, encapsulating a unique flav

Cultural significance

Darrious has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern american variation of darius, meaning 'possessor' or 'wealthy'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2767 in 1989 — currently #12629 in the US.

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How else can you spell Darrious?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Derrious

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Darrious?

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

Darrious Grace

How popular is Darrious right now?

Falling — down 1464 spots — currently #12629 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#12629 · Top 9.3%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12629	5	▼ down 1464 · -17% births
2010	#11165	6	▼ down 3265 · -33% births
2005	#7900	9	▼ down 2959 · -40% births
2000	#4941	15	▲ up 810 · +50% births
1995	#5751	10	▼ down 2170 · -41% births
1990	#3581	17	▲ up 202 · +42% births
1985	#3783	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Darrious

Best Year1990Rank #3581

Peak Count17

Average Rank#7107

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20237 years

The story of Darrious

Darrious is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 384 total births recorded, Darrious remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3783 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12629 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Darrious in 1989:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Darrious by decade

Darrious peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	6
1980s	92
1990s ★	149
2000s	93
2010s	44

💎Darrious has only 384 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Darrious?

Common

DarDaArrious

What names sound and feel like Darrious?

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

American · a variant of

Derrious

American · Modern English

Damarious

American · To tame, to

Darryus

American · Possessing goodness or

Davarious

American · English

Jarious

American · A modern variation

Common questions about the name Darrious

What does the name Darrious mean?

Darrious means "A modern American variation of Darius, meaning 'possessor' or 'wealthy'." — a name rooted in American 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 Darrious?

Darrious is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Darrious?

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

How do you pronounce the name Darrious?

Darrious is a four-syllable name pronounced D AA1 R AY1 OW0 AH1 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Darrious?

Darrious pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.