Dareth
About Dareth
Dareth is an uncommon feminine name with mysterious origins. It may be a variation of Darith or a feminized form of Darius, which has Persian origins meaning 'possessing goodness.' Alternatively, it could be related to Welsh elements meaning 'gentle' or 'loving.' The name carries a somewhat medieval or fantasy-like quality, reminiscent of names found in folklore or modern literature. Dareth remains quite rare in contemporary use, appealing to parents searching for a distinctive name with an ancient feel. Its soft pronunciation coupled with the strong ending gives it a balanced character that combines delicacy with resilience.
Pronounced DAIR-eth.
As of October 2026, Dareth ranked #9824 in US births in 1986 SSA, peaked at #3949 in 1978.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |