Darian
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Gift, upholder of good, kingly
Origin: Persian/Greek
Popularity: Ranked #928 in 2025 with 254 babies born.
History: Darian surged in the 2010s-2020s as a variant of Darien. The Isthmus of Darien was where the Americas narrowed to a thread. The name carries geographic drama and Persian heritage (from Darius). Darian means the place where continents almost touch.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Darian? About 1 in 12,237 babies born in 2025 were named Darian, or roughly 0.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Darian
What does the name Darian mean?
Darian means “Gift, upholder of good, kingly” from Persian/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Darian?
Darian has Persian/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift, upholder of good, kingly”.
How popular is Darian?
Darian ranked #927 in 2025 — given to 254 babies that year.
When was Darian most popular?
Darian peaked in 1994 with 869 babies registered that year.
Is Darian a boy or girl name?
Darian is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 73% of Darians are boys and 27% are girls.
Is the name Darian rising or falling in popularity?
Darian has risen 4965 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #5892 in 2020 to #927 in 2025.
How long has Darian been recorded?
Darian appears in birth records across 78 years — from 1939 through 2025.