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Quick answerDarron is a modern variant of Darius, derived from the Persian name Dariush, meaning "wealthy" or "possessor of good," with the root related to Persian *dari* (wealthy).

Persian · Boy · 2 syllables

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Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderBoy
US Rank#6,895
TrendFalling ↓
Peak year1965
Syllables2
OriginPersian
LanguageEnglish
CultureEnglish-speaking
Letters6
Numerology7 Chaldean 3
Global rank#323

Popularity over time

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Darron

Darron is a modern variant of Darius, derived from the Persian name Dariush, meaning "wealthy" or "possessor of good," with the root related to Persian *dari* (wealthy).

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Etymology

Darron is a modern variant of Darius, derived from the Persian name Dariush, meaning "wealthy" or "possessor of good," with the root related to Persian *dari* (wealthy). The name is used primarily in English-speaking cultures and Christian contexts, with increased popularity in African American communities during the late 20th century.

Darron currently ranks #6,895 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1965.

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