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DariushIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

King, Ruler

Pronunciation: /dɑːˈriʊʃ/

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Name
Dariush
Meaning
King, Ruler
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Pashto, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/dɑːˈriʊʃ/
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
(Tuesday)
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Dariush mean?

Dariush is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "King". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /dɑːˈriʊʃ/. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

داريوش

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

داريوش

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/dɑːˈriʊʃ/

IPA

/dɑːˈriʊʃ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Dariush is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is King. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

(Tuesday)

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

(Ruby)

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with the name Dariush are loving, nurturing, and caring. They have a strong sense of duty and responsibility.

Personality

Personality Traits

WiseValiantM = ModestS = Strong

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a leader who uses his wisdom and power to serve and protect his people.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Dariush" or "Darius" is of significant historical importance for the Persian and Islamic cultures. Darius I was a powerful and renowned emperor of the Achaemenid Empire in the 5th century BC, who ruled over a vast territory spanning from the Eastern Mediterranean to Central Asia. His military conquests expanded Persian influence, and his reign was marked by administrative, legal, and architectural advancements that left a lasting impact on the region. Therefore, the name carries the esteemed legacy of a great ruler and conqueror, inspiring admiration for leadership and strength within cultures that are historically or culturally influenced by Persia.
The name "Darius" encapsulates the spiritual notions of power, strength, and stability, being connected to the god of the earth and fertility in the ancient Persian belief system. In Islamic tradition, the name can be perceived as a reminder of God's power and sovereignty (Allah Al-Jabbar), and the expectation to attain personal strength and moral integrity as individuals, inspirations for people in various walks of life. The root 'Dar' adds an element of hospitality and shelter, emphasizing a spiritual symbol of providing safety, security, and comfort to others. Consequently, the name "Dariush/Darius" imparts upon its bearers the essence of nobility, power, and spiritual fortitude, while encouraging acts of kindness, compassion, and protection towards others.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Dariush I, also known as Hystaspes or Xerxes I, was a king of the Achaemenid Empire, ruling from 522 to 486 BCE. He is known for his successful campaigns against the Greeks, particularly the Battle of Cunaxa.

522-486 BCE

Dariush III Codomannus was a king of the Persian Empire from 336 to 330 BCE. He is best known for his unsuccessful attempts to repel the Macedonian conqueror Alexander the Great, who would go on to conquer the Persian Empire.

336-330 BCE

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Dariush

Farsi name, meaning a leader or a king, with Persian roots and significance in Islamic tradition

🇵🇰Urdu

داريوش

🇸🇦Arabic

داريوش

🇮🇳Hindi

दारियुश

🇦🇫Pashto

داريوش

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