At a glance
- In short
- Derius is a strong and distinctive name with Persian origins meaning "possessor" or "upholder of good." It carries a sense of power and authority.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2021 (#12,146)
- Babies in 2021
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #2,052 in 1991
- First recorded
- 1978
Meaning of Derius
Derius is a strong and distinctive name for baby boys. It has its origins in the ancient Persian name Darius, which means "possessor" or "upholder of good." The name Derius carries with it a sense of power and authority. It has been used in various cultures throughout history, including Ancient Persia, Greece, and Rome. It is worth noting that the popularity of the name Derius has been on the rise in recent years in the United States. While its usage may not be as common compared to other names, it still holds a unique charm that sets it apart from the rest. If you are looking for a name that exudes strength and individuality, Derius would be an excellent choice for your little one.
How to pronounce Derius
English
- Pronounced dih-REE-us /dɪˈriəs/
Popularity of Derius in the U.S.
Derius was last recorded in the U.S. in 2021, ranked #12,146 with 5 babies. It peaked at #2,052 in 1991. It first appears in the records in 1978.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1978–2021 40 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 | 12,146 | ▼ 124 |
| 2020 | 5 | 12,022 | ▼ 2,266 |
| 2019 | 7 | 9,756 | back (not recorded in 2017–2018) |
| 2016 | 7 | 9,664 | back (not recorded in 2015) |
| 2014 | 13 | 6,307 | ▲ 1,811 |
| 2013 | 9 | 8,118 | ▼ 1,068 |
| 2012 | 11 | 7,050 | ▲ 1,029 |
| 2011 | 9 | 8,079 | ▼ 1,720 |
| 2010 | 13 | 6,359 | ▲ 1,333 |
| 2009 | 10 | 7,692 | ▼ 1,622 |
| 2008 | 14 | 6,070 | ▲ 2,845 |
| 2007 | 8 | 8,915 | ▼ 3,612 |
| 2006 | 16 | 5,303 | ▲ 2,337 |
| 2005 | 9 | 7,640 | ▼ 1,827 |
| 2004 | 13 | 5,813 | ▼ 1,197 |
| 2003 | 17 | 4,616 | ▼ 114 |
| 2002 | 17 | 4,502 | ▲ 1,511 |
| 2001 | 11 | 6,013 | ▼ 1,947 |
| 2000 | 19 | 4,066 | ▼ 475 |
| 1999 | 21 | 3,591 | ▲ 1,568 |
| 1998 | 12 | 5,159 | ▼ 913 |
| 1997 | 15 | 4,246 | ▼ 953 |
| 1996 | 21 | 3,293 | ▲ 400 |
| 1995 | 17 | 3,693 | ▼ 584 |
| 1994 | 22 | 3,109 | ▼ 468 |
| 1993 | 27 | 2,641 | ▲ 29 |
| 1992 | 26 | 2,670 | ▼ 618 |
| 1991 | 36 | 2,052 | ▲ 380 |
| 1990 | 28 | 2,432 | ▲ 258 |
| 1989 | 23 | 2,690 | ▲ 833 |
| 1988 | 14 | 3,523 | ▼ 882 |
| 1987 | 20 | 2,641 | ▲ 1,816 |
| 1986 | 9 | 4,457 | ▲ 1,328 |
| 1985 | 6 | 5,785 | ▼ 1,570 |
| 1984 | 9 | 4,215 | ▲ 1,269 |
| 1983 | 6 | 5,484 | ▼ 2,002 |
| 1982 | 12 | 3,482 | ▲ 1,986 |
| 1981 | 6 | 5,468 | back (not recorded in 1980) |
| 1979 | 12 | 3,357 | ▲ 2,416 |
| 1978 | 5 | 5,773 | new |
Notable people named Derius
- Derius Davis is an American football wide receiver and return specialist for the Los Angeles Chargers.
- Derius Swinton II is an American football coach who has worked with several NFL teams, most recently the Pittsburgh Steelers.