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Darian

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Pronounced DAIR-ee-an /ˈdɛr.i.ən/High

Meaning: A spelling of Darian — from the Persian Darius, 'possessing goodness; one who upholds/maintains'; also crossed with Dorian; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Possessing goodness; an upholder: Darian spells Darius/Darian. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'DAIR-ee-an').
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Origin LowPersian
MeaningA spelling of Darian — from the Persian Darius, 'possessing goodness; one who upholds/maintains'; also crossed with Dorian; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#6379 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1994
Total births (all-time)≈ 6,256

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199419402025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Darian is a spelling of Darian — from the Persian Darius, 'possessing goodness; one who upholds/maintains'; it is also crossed with Dorian (routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'DAIR-ee-an').

In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare, possessing-goodness at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Darius means 'possessing goodness; one who upholds/maintains' in Old Persian — Darian is a spelling (also crossed with Dorian), crisp and modern, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered, which we note; said 'DAIR-ee-an').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — Darian — unisex; routes layered

Variations

DarienDaryanDariana

Nicknames

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If you like Darian…

Dariana— the -a feminine form
Daria— a fellow Daria- girls' name
Dorian— a name it crosses with
Darien— a kin spelling

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Darian mean?

Darian spells Darian/Darius — Persian 'possessing goodness; an upholder'; used for both sexes; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Darian?

It's said DAIR-ee-an /ˈdɛr.i.ən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Darian a boy or girl name?

Darian is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Darian?

Darian is a rare name in the U.S.

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