Kadarius

Kadarius is a modern masculine name that gained modest popularity beginning in the 1990s. The name likely combines elements of the prefix 'Ka-' (found in names like Kareem and Kaleb) with '-darius,' derived from the ancient Persian name Darius, meaning 'possessing goodness' or 'maintaining goodness.'

This type of combined or invented name reflects the creative naming traditions that emerged strongly during the late 20th century. Kadarius peaked in usage in the early 2000s but remains recognizable, particularly in the southern United States.

The name may have achieved some fame through football player Kadarius Toney, but he was recently arrested for allegedly strangling a woman, so you may want to steer clear. .

Pronounced kuh-DAR-ee-us.

As of October 2026, Kadarius ranked #6271 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1523 in 1995.