Darius - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Darius

DAH-ree-uhs'DAH-ree-uhs'3 syllables
🇮🇷Persian
Commanding

MEANING

He possessesRich and kingly

ORIGIN

Ancient Persia

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Old Persian name 'Dārayavahush', composed of elements 'dāraya' meaning 'to hold' or 'possess' and 'vahu' meaning 'good'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Darius was a common name among Persian kings, including Darius the Great who expanded the Persian Empire.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name was borne by three kings of Persia, most notably Darius I (550–486 BC), who ruled at the empire's peak.

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