Darius
Boy name · 74 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Darius: 74 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 7 births in 2024.
A powerful name borne by ancient kings, Darius originates from the Old Persian *Dārayava(h)uš*, meaning "possessor of good," often interpreted as "he who holds firm the good." Its most celebrated bearers were the great Persian kings Darius I and Darius III, the former a legendary Achaemenid ruler who expanded the empire and commissioned the construction of Persepolis. There are no prominent Scottish place connections, but the name's regal resonance echoes in modern culture through characters like Darius in the video game *League of Legends*. A notable variant is the Polish Dariusz, while the feminine form Daria shares the same root.
Boy 18 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20247 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #5605 babies
- Total births
- 74since 1992
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 15%vs prior 5y