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Daria
GirlPersian, Greek· “feminine of Darius; holding firm the good”
- Meaning
- feminine of Darius; holding firm the good
- Origin
- Persian, Greek
- Pronunciation
- DAHR-ee-uh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #1,858
- US babies 2025
- 107
- Best rank
- #741 (1998)
- Peak year
- 1998
Meaning and origin of Daria
Daria is a Persian and Greek name that is usually said to mean “feminine of Darius; holding firm the good”.
Daria is the feminine form of Darius, the name of several Persian kings, which is usually interpreted as holding firm the good. Saint Daria, an early Christian martyr honored with her husband Chrysanthus in Rome, helped spread the name in Christian Europe. It became especially familiar in Russia, Poland and Ukraine, where forms like Darya and Dasha are common. In English it has an elegant, slightly intellectual feel. Dasha and Dari make affectionate nicknames, and the name pairs well with both classic and contemporary middle names.
Popularity over time
Daria first appears in US Social Security records in 1915. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 19 different years, starting in 1947. Its best national rank was #741 in 1998, the same year it reached its highest count of 294 babies. In 2025, 107 babies were named Daria, and it ranked #1,858 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #1,085 in 1950, #1,611 in 1980, #1,134 in 2000, #1,723 in 2010, and #1,858 in 2025. Of the 9,063 US girls named Daria since records began, 18% were born in the 1990s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 1,469 babies. Since 2010, 1,705 more have been named Daria.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Yasmeen, Bryana, Julisa, Caitlynn, and Kiarra.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Daria ranked highest in Illinois, New Jersey, and Michigan.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | #714 | 13 |
| New Jersey | #1218 | 5 |
| Michigan | #1261 | 5 |
| California | #1675 | 13 |
| Florida | #1952 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Daria is usually pronounced DAHR-ee-uh, with three syllables. It has five letters, starts with D and ends in “-ia”.
Middle names for Daria
A few middle names that flow with Daria: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Daria
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daria mean?
Daria is a Persian and Greek name that is usually said to mean “feminine of Darius; holding firm the good”.
What is the origin of the name Daria?
Daria has Persian and Greek roots. Daria is the feminine form of Darius, the name of several Persian kings, which is usually interpreted as holding firm the good.
Is Daria a popular name?
Not especially. Daria ranked #1,858 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Daria a boy or girl name?
Daria is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Daria?
Daria is usually pronounced DAHR-ee-uh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings