Home › Baby Names Directory › Darrian
Darrian
Pronounced DAIR-ee-ən /ˈdɛr.i.ən/High
Meaning: Double-r spelling of Darian/Darius — from Old Persian Daryavush, 'possessor, holder of the good; wealthy'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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
Darrian is a double-r spelling of Darian/Darius — from Old Persian Daryavush, 'possessor, holder of the good; wealthy' (the great king Darius; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern, regal name; the -rr- styling personalizes it.
It registers thinly beside Darian. Rare, possessor-of-the-good at the (likely) root, and regal.
Variations
Nicknames
Famous Bearers
- Famous bearers coming soon.
If you like Darrian…
Explore names like Darrian
Frequently Asked
What does the name Darrian mean?
Darrian spells Darian/Darius — Old Persian 'possessor, holder of the good; wealthy'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Darrian?
It's said DAIR-ee-ən /ˈdɛr.i.ən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Darrian a boy or girl name?
Darrian is a boy's name.
How popular is Darrian?
Darrian is a rare spelling in the U.S.