Darius
Darius is an boy name of Old Persian, via Greek and Latin origin, meaning “He who holds firm to the good”.
| Meaning | He who holds firm to the good |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old Persian, via Greek and Latin |
| Written as | داریوش |
| Pronunciation | DAIR-ee-us |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Iran, United States, United Kingdom, Lithuania |
Meaning and origin of Darius
Darius is the Latin form of the Old Persian Darayavaush, usually explained as 'he who holds firm to the good', from roots meaning 'to hold' and 'good'. It was the name of several Achaemenid kings, most famously Darius the Great, who ruled the Persian Empire around 500 BC. The Bible mentions Darius in Ezra and in the Book of Daniel. In modern Iran the name is Dariush, and English speakers use Darius widely.
Is Darius a religious name?
Darius is an ancient royal Persian name; it appears in the biblical books of Ezra and Daniel but is not a religious name as such, and today it is used by families of many faiths.
How popular is Darius?
Common in Iran as Dariush and moderately used in the US, UK and Lithuania.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Darius mean?
Darius means 'He who holds firm to the good'. It is of Old Persian, via Greek and Latin origin.
Does Darius have a religious meaning?
Darius is an ancient royal Persian name; it appears in the biblical books of Ezra and Daniel but is not a religious name as such, and today it is used by families of many faiths.
How do you pronounce Darius?
Darius is pronounced DAIR-ee-us.
Is Darius a boy or girl name?
Darius is usually a boy name.