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Hayato

Derived from the Persian name Dārayavahuš, meaning 'possessing goodness' or 'maintains possessions well'. A person named Derius is often perceived as a charismatic and protective leader who values integrity and provides a stable foundation for those around them.

Key Stats

Total births247
GenderMale (6% / 94%)
Peak year2012
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded2011
Most recent2023
Syllables3
OriginPersian, Greek, Latin, African-American
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Derius Davis (NFL wide receiver and return specialist) · Derius Swinton II (Special teams coach in the NFL) · Derius Hamlett (Notable collegiate basketball player) · Derius Johnson (Professional football player) · Darius Rucker (Grammy-winning musician associated with the primary root name)

Nicknames & Diminutives

DeriDeeRi-Ri

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