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Daryan

♂ Boy

Pronounced DAR-ee-ən /ˈdɑr.i.ən/High

Meaning: Spelling of Darian/Darius — from Old Persian Daryavush, 'possessor, holder of the good; wealthy'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Regal and strong: Daryan echoes Darius/Darian — 'possessor of the good, wealthy'. Crisp, modern, and warm.
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Origin MediumPersian, Greek
MeaningSpelling of Darian/Darius — from Old Persian Daryavush, 'possessor, holder of the good; wealthy'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#6201 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births14 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2010
Total births (all-time)≈ 579

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201019872025

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

Daryan is a 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.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, possessor-of-the-good at the (likely) root, and regal.

Did you know? Darius (Old Persian Daryavush) means 'possessor, holder of the good' (the great Persian king) — Daryan is a modern spelling of Darian/Darius, regal and strong.
Overall data confidence 62%
Behind the Name — Darius — routes layered

Variations

DarianDariusDaryen

Nicknames

Dar

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If you like Daryan…

Darian— a fellow spelling
Darius— the root name
Dorian— another Dor-/Dar- name
Demian— a fellow Greek choice
Derian— a similarly popular pick

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Daryan mean?

Daryan spells Darian/Darius — Old Persian 'possessor, holder of the good; wealthy'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Daryan?

It's said DAR-ee-ən /ˈdɑr.i.ən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Daryan a boy or girl name?

Daryan is a boy's name.

How popular is Daryan?

Daryan is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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