Possessing goodness; to maintain well
A modern variant of the Persian name Darius, it signifies one who holds or possesses goodness. It evolved through Greek and Latin usage before becoming an English given name, often associated with the Darien Gap in Panama.
About 125 boys were named Darien in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Darien — far less common.
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