Darius

Male

Meaning

Upholder Of The Good

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈdeəri.əs/

Traits associated with the name Darius:

Dogs named Darius tend to be loving, brave, resilient, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Darius?

Naming your dog Darius suggests that you have an appreciation for strong, powerful names. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are looking for a companion who will be a faithful friend.

Is Darius a good dog name?

Darius has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Darius isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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2,067
New York City Dog Name Database
2,823
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Darius is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Darius was, in the past month, the 3320th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Darius is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Darius was viewed 30 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Darius's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Darius is most adored in Nebraska, Arizona and District of Columbia.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in New York, Missouri and Oregon.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Darius.

Most popular breeds named Darius:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Pug
  3. Miniature Pinscher
  4. Maltese

Darius is found in these categories:

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Hails from ancient Persia, echoing a time of kings and grandeur.

greek dog names
greek

Associated with ancient Persian king known in Greek history.

military dog names
military

Darius was a famous Persian king known for his strategic warfare and conquests.

Dog names like Darius:

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Right-handed, skilled
From Donald or Donovan; brown, chief or noble.
From the people's meadow
(Only) God Is My Judge
Son Of David
Darius dog name meaning

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