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Darius

The name Darius is boy's name of Persian origin meaning "rich and kingly" and "possessing goodness". Darius is a historic name via Emperor Darius the Great, a key figure in ancient Persian history, and several other Persian kings. His name today has an appealingly artistic image, which might well be found on a concert program or gallery announcement. Among its cultural inspirations is composer Darius Milhaud. Journalist Christiane Amanpour, who was raised in Tehran, named her son Darius.
Greek Male
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Meaning

Rich and kingly

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Pronunciation

DAHR-ee-us

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Traits

  • Regal
  • Charismatic
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated

Compatibility

Darius pairs well with classic and timeless names for siblings, adding a touch of elegance and strength to the group. As a middle name, Darius complements shorter first names nicely, providing a strong and distinguished sound. This name fits well in various cultural and stylistic contexts, blending seamlessly with both traditional and modern naming trends.

Regal Charismatic Confident Sophisticated

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Darius McCrary

Darius McCrary

Actor

Born: May 1, 1976 · Walnut, California, USA

Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Darius Original form
  • Dariush Persian
  • Darijo Croatian
  • Dario Italian
  • Dariyus Russian
  • Persian
  • Georgian
  • Japanese
  • Chinese
  • Hindi

Cultural Adaptations

  • داریوش (Dāriūsh) Persian
  • დარიუში (Dariushi) Georgian
  • ダリウス (Dariusu) Japanese
  • 達里烏斯 (Dálǐwūsī) Chinese
  • दारियस (Dāriyas) Hindi

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Frequently Asked Questions about Darius

What does Darius mean?
Rich and kingly
What is the origin of Darius?
Darius has Greek origins.
Is Darius popular?
Darius has been viewed 112 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Darius?
Similar names include Yasmina, Zelda, Archie, Jayden, Kayden.
How do you pronounce Darius?
Darius is pronounced DAHR-ee-us.

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