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Darius (Old Persian: Dārayava(u)š, meaning "possessing the good") is a given name of Persian origin. The most notable individual with this name was Darius the Great (Darius I; c. 550–486 BCE), the third king of the Achaemenid Empire, who reigned from 522 to 486 BCE and expanded the empire to its greatest extent.^[1] For other historical and modern figures named Darius, as well as other uses, see the sections below.

Ancient Persian rulers

Achaemenid kings

Darius I, known as Darius the Great, reigned from 522 to 486 BCE as the third king of the Achaemenid Empire. He seized power through a coup against the usurper Gaumâta, whom he claimed was an impostor posing as Bardiya, the brother of Cambyses II, with the act occurring on 29 September 522 BCE at Sikayauvatiš and supported by six noble conspirators under divine favor from Ahuramazda.^[2] This rise is detailed in the Behistun Inscription, a multilingual rock relief at Behistun that chronicles his suppression of subsequent rebellions across nineteen battles in one year, restoring stability to the empire.^[3] Darius reorganized the empire into approximately twenty satrapies, each governed by a satrap responsible for administration, taxation, and military affairs, enhancing centralized control while allowing local autonomy.^[2] He initiated the construction of Persepolis as a ceremonial capital, symbolizing imperial grandeur with its palaces, apadana, and treasury, begun around 518 BCE.^[2] Militarily, Darius expanded the empire to its greatest extent, partially incorporating Thrace and the Indus Valley, while Macedonia became a tributary vassal kingdom, through campaigns like the Scythian expedition of 513 BCE.^[2]^[1] His invasion of Greece sparked the Greco-Persian Wars, culminating in the Persian defeat at the Battle of Marathon in 490 BCE, where his forces under Datis and Artaphernes were repelled by Athenian hoplites.^[2] Darius II, also known as Ochus or Nothus, ruled from 423 to 404 BCE as the son of Artaxerxes I by a Babylonian concubine, ascending the throne after the brief reigns and murders of his half-brothers Xerxes II and Sogdianus.^[4] His early reign was marked by internal challenges, including the revolt of the satrap Pissuthnes in Lydia around 420 BCE, which was suppressed by Tissaphernes, and the continuation of the rebellion by Pissuthnes' son Amorges until his capture by Spartan forces in 412 BCE.^[4] Darius II also faced familial strife, such as conflicts with his brother Arsites, and conducted campaigns against the Cadusians in northern Iran.^[4] In foreign policy, he supported Sparta during the Peloponnesian War, forging a treaty in 412 BCE that provided Persian funding and naval aid in exchange for recognition of Persian claims in Asia Minor, significantly influencing the war's outcome in Sparta's favor.^[4] Family dynamics were complex; he appointed his younger son Cyrus as satrap of Lydia in 407 BCE, granting him authority to continue aiding Sparta, while his eldest son Artaxerxes II succeeded him upon his death on 1–3 April 404 BCE.^[4] Darius III, originally named Artashata and surnamed Codomannus, reigned from 336 to 330 BCE as the last king of the Achaemenid Empire, elevated after the eunuch Bagoas poisoned Artaxerxes IV and forced Darius to drink the remaining antidote.^[5] A distant relative of the royal line and former satrap of Armenia, he had gained renown for heroic feats, such as defeating invading forces in a single combat.^[5] His rule faced immediate invasion by Alexander the Great, who landed in Asia in 334 BCE; Darius responded by mobilizing a massive army but suffered a decisive defeat at the Battle of Issus in November 333 BCE, where his forces outnumbered Alexander's yet faltered due to tactical errors and the king's flight, leaving his family captured.^[5] Attempting recovery, Darius assembled another large host, including scythed chariots and war elephants, but was routed at the Battle of Gaugamela on 1 October 331 BCE near Arbela, again fleeing and abandoning his capital at Babylon.^[5] Pursued by Alexander, Darius was betrayed and mortally wounded by his satrap Bessus in July 330 BCE at Choara in Parthia, who proclaimed himself Artaxerxes V; Alexander arranged a royal funeral for Darius, whose death symbolized the collapse of the Achaemenid Empire after over two centuries.^[5]

Other Achaemenid figures

Darius, the eldest son of King Xerxes I and Queen Amestris, was a prominent Achaemenid prince in the mid-5th century BCE. As the designated heir apparent, he participated in court affairs following the Greco-Persian Wars, including a marriage to Artaynte, daughter of Xerxes' brother Masistes.^[6] Following Xerxes' assassination in 465 BCE by the eunuch Artabanus, the chief of the royal bodyguard, Artabanus falsely accused Darius of the regicide to manipulate the succession in favor of the younger prince Artaxerxes.^[6] Deceived by Artabanus, Darius reportedly struck down what he believed to be a curtain concealing his father's killer, only to realize the trap; Artaxerxes then executed his brother on Artabanus' urging, though the plot was later exposed, leading to Artabanus' own death.^[6] This incident exemplified the intense familial rivalries and intrigues that plagued Achaemenid succession, as detailed in accounts by the Greek physician Ctesias.^[6] Another non-reigning Achaemenid prince named Darius was the son of King Artaxerxes II and Queen Stateira, born around 412 BCE and later appointed as joint ruler and crown prince to secure the dynasty's continuity.^[7] Amid growing tensions over succession preferences and a dispute involving the influential concubine Aspasia, Darius conspired against his father in 362/361 BCE, allegedly incited by the satrap Tiribazus who sought to elevate him to the throne.^[7] The plot, which involved several nobles and aimed to assassinate Artaxerxes during a festival, was uncovered by a palace eunuch who alerted the king.^[7] Tried before the royal judges, Darius was condemned to death and crucified, along with his co-conspirators, highlighting the precarious position of heirs in the face of dynastic ambitions.^[7] This event, preserved in Plutarch's biography, underscored ongoing power struggles within the royal family, echoing earlier crises like the one between Artaxerxes II and his brother Cyrus the Younger.^[7]

Other historical rulers and figures

Non-Persian ancient rulers

Darius of Pontus (fl. 39–37 BCE) was a monarch of the Kingdom of Pontus, a Hellenistic successor state in northern Anatolia with deep Iranian and Greek roots, who briefly ruled as a Roman client king during the turbulent transition from republican to imperial Roman control in the East.^[8] As the eldest son of Pharnaces II—himself a short-reigned king of Pontus (r. 63–47 BCE) and grandson of the famed Mithridates VI Eupator—Darius was born to Pharnaces' Sarmatian wife, blending nomadic steppe heritage with the kingdom's Indo-Iranian and Macedonian traditions.^[9] His name, evoking the Achaemenid Persian kings, underscored the enduring cultural ties to ancient Iranian royalty amid the region's Hellenistic framework.^[8] In 39 BCE, Mark Antony, consolidating power after the Battle of Philippi, reorganized the eastern provinces to counter Parthian threats and secure loyalty among local dynasts. Antony appointed Darius as king of Pontus, initially assigning him Cilicia before shifting him to the ancestral Pontic throne, in exchange for tribute and alignment with Roman interests.^[9] This move aimed to stabilize the buffer zone between Roman territories and Parthian expansions, leveraging Pontus's strategic position along the Black Sea. Darius's rule, however, proved unstable; by 37 BCE, Antony favored Polemon I of Laodicea, a Greek dynast who had aided Roman campaigns, and installed him as king instead, effectively dethroning Darius after less than two years.^[8] Appian notes this transition in the context of Antony's broader eastern settlements, highlighting the precarious nature of client kingships under Roman patronage.^[9] The brevity of Darius's reign exemplified the volatile politics of late Hellenistic Anatolia, where local rulers navigated Roman-Parthian rivalries and internal dynastic claims. Following his removal, his younger brother Arsaces briefly attempted to assert control over Pontus, but the kingdom soon fell under Polemon's line, marking the end of the Mithridatic dynasty's direct rule.^[10] Darius's death in 37 BCE remains sparsely documented, likely occurring amid these shifts, with no records of major military engagements or personal achievements beyond his appointment.^[8] His story illustrates how non-Persian rulers bearing Iranian names maintained regional autonomy through alliances with emerging powers like Rome, against the backdrop of Alexander's fragmented empire.

Biblical and legendary figures

In the Hebrew Bible, Darius the Mede is a prominent figure in the Book of Daniel, particularly in chapters 5 through 6, set against the backdrop of the 6th century BCE fall of the Babylonian Empire.^[11] He is depicted as a Median king, described as the son of Ahasuerus and aged 62 at the time of his conquest, who receives the kingdom from Belshazzar after the latter's death in 539 BCE.^[12] In the narrative, Darius organizes the realm into 120 satrapies overseen by three administrators, with the prophet Daniel elevated to one of these positions due to his exceptional qualities; however, Darius is manipulated by jealous officials into issuing a decree prohibiting prayer to any god or human except the king for 30 days, leading to Daniel's trial by lions' den, from which he is miraculously delivered.^[11] Later chapters portray Darius issuing a decree acknowledging Daniel's God and permitting the Jewish exiles' return to Jerusalem, reflecting broader Persian policies of religious tolerance.^[12] Scholars widely debate the historical identity of Darius the Mede, as no extrabiblical sources from ancient Near Eastern records confirm his existence as described.^[11] Proposed identifications include Gubaru, a governor under Cyrus the Great who may have acted as his viceroy in Babylon, or Cyrus himself portrayed under a Median guise to emphasize the fulfillment of prophecies; others view him as a fictional or composite character created to bridge the transition from Babylonian to Persian rule in the biblical storyline, highlighting themes of divine sovereignty over empires.^[12] This lack of corroboration outside the text underscores his role as a narrative device rather than a verifiable monarch, influencing interpretations of Daniel's apocalyptic visions in chapters 9 and 11.^[11] In apocryphal texts, figures named Darius appear in legendary contexts that sometimes conflate Median and Persian elements, distinct from the canonical portrayal. For instance, in 1 Esdras (also known as the Greek Ezra), Darius—likely evoking the Persian king but with added narrative flourishes—hosts grand feasts for his Median and Persian subjects and supports the rebuilding of the Jerusalem Temple through decrees ensuring safe passage and supplies for returning exiles.^[13] These accounts, including the "Tale of the Three Guardsmen" where young courtiers debate the greatest force (wine, king, women, or truth), blend historical echoes with moralistic legends, treating Darius as a wise ruler whose decisions advance Jewish restoration.^[14] Such variants emphasize his symbolic role in divine providence, though they remain unverified by independent historical evidence.^[15]

Modern notable individuals

Politicians and leaders

Darius Dickson Ishaku (born July 30, 1954) is a Nigerian architect, urban planner, and politician who served as the governor of Taraba State from May 2015 to May 2023. A member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Ishaku was elected in the 2015 gubernatorial election, defeating the incumbent, and re-elected in 2019 for a second term. Prior to his governorship, he held the position of Minister of State for Niger Delta Affairs from 2013 to 2014 in the administration of President Goodluck Jonathan, where he contributed to development initiatives in the oil-rich Niger Delta region.^[16]^[17] Ishaku's administration in Taraba State emphasized infrastructure development to revitalize the economy and improve connectivity in a region plagued by communal clashes and underdevelopment. Key projects included the construction and rehabilitation of roads, bridges, and rural electrification efforts, as well as investments in healthcare facilities and educational institutions to enhance service delivery. These initiatives aimed to create jobs and stimulate economic growth, with the state witnessing improved access to basic amenities during his tenure. Amid ongoing ethnic and religious tensions, Ishaku promoted interfaith harmony through public appeals for peaceful coexistence between Muslim and Christian communities, establishing platforms for dialogue to mitigate conflicts and foster unity.^[18]^[19]^[20]^[21] In 2024, Ishaku was charged by Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) with 15 counts of alleged fraud involving N27 billion during his governorship; as of November 2025, his trial remains ongoing.^[22] Ishaku's administration in Taraba State emphasized infrastructure development to revitalize the economy and improve connectivity in a region plagued by communal clashes and underdevelopment. Key projects included the construction and rehabilitation of roads, bridges, and rural electrification efforts, as well as investments in healthcare facilities and educational institutions to enhance service delivery. These initiatives aimed to create jobs and stimulate economic growth, with the state witnessing improved access to basic amenities during his tenure. Amid ongoing ethnic and religious tensions, Ishaku promoted interfaith harmony through public appeals for peaceful coexistence between Muslim and Christian communities, establishing platforms for dialogue to mitigate conflicts and foster unity.^[18]^[19]^[20]^[21] In the United States, Darius K. Kila has served as a Democratic member of the Hawaii House of Representatives for District 44 since November 2022, representing communities such as Honokai Hale, Nanakuli, and Maili on Oahu's west side. A Native Hawaiian and former legislative aide, Kila focuses on issues like affordable housing, environmental protection, and cultural preservation for indigenous communities, advocating for policies that address the impacts of overtourism and support local families. His election marked a commitment to grassroots leadership in state governance.^[23]^[24]^[25] Another American politician, Darius Mayfield, is a Republican entrepreneur who has pursued congressional seats, running as the nominee for New Jersey's 12th Congressional District in 2022 and 2024, and announcing a bid for Virginia's 7th District in 2026. Born in New Jersey, Mayfield emphasizes economic opportunity, small business support, and conservative values, drawing from his experience rising from poverty to build multiple companies. His campaigns highlight unifying America through practical governance and community service.^[26]^[27]^[28]

Entertainers and artists

Darius Rucker (born May 13, 1966) is an American singer-songwriter renowned for his versatile career spanning rock and country music. As the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of Hootie & the Blowfish, Rucker rose to prominence in the 1990s with the band's multi-platinum debut album Cracked Rear View (1994), which featured hits such as "Only Wanna Be with You," a track that peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a defining anthem of the era.^[29]^[30] The album's success, selling over 21 million copies worldwide, established Rucker as a key figure in alternative rock before he transitioned to a solo country career.^[31] In his solo work, Rucker explored R&B initially with the album Back to Then (2002), a soulful release that marked his departure from the band and showcased his vocal range through collaborations with artists like Jill Scott.^[32] He later achieved significant success in country music, with his 2013 single "Wagon Wheel"—a cover of the Old Crow Medicine Show folk tune—topping the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for multiple weeks and earning him his first Grammy Award for Best Country Solo Performance.^[33] This crossover hit, from the album True Believers, highlighted Rucker's ability to blend rock influences with country traditions, contributing to his three Grammy wins and over a dozen No. 1 country singles overall.^[29] Darius Campbell Danesh (1980–2022), also known as Darius Danesh, was a Scottish singer, songwriter, and actor who gained international attention through reality television. Born in Glasgow to a Scottish mother and Iranian father, he first appeared on the ITV talent show Popstars in 2001 before finishing third on the inaugural season of Pop Idol later that year, behind Will Young and Gareth Gates.^[34]^[35] Declining a recording contract from judge Simon Cowell, Danesh pursued an independent path, debuting with the No. 1 single "Colourblind" in 2002, followed by his platinum-certified album Dive In, which reached the UK top 10 and featured co-written tracks emphasizing personal themes.^[34]^[36] His second album, Live Twice (2004), produced additional top 10 singles like "Kinda Love," solidifying his pop presence with five UK top 10 hits across his discography.^[34]^[35] Transitioning to acting, Danesh excelled on stage, portraying Billy Flynn in West End productions of Chicago (2005, 2006, 2011), including a run opposite America Ferrera, and originating the role of Milt Warden in the musical From Here to Eternity (2013–2014).^[37]^[34] He also starred as Sky Masterson in the Olivier Award-winning revival of Guys and Dolls (2007), replacing Ewan McGregor, and took on roles in Funny Girl (2015–2016) and Gone with the Wind (2008).^[38]^[35] Danesh's multifaceted career, blending music and theater, influenced a generation of reality TV alumni while demonstrating his vocal and dramatic talents until his accidental death in 2022.^[34] Darius Milhaud (1892–1974) was a prolific French composer and a leading figure in 20th-century music, best known for pioneering polytonality—the simultaneous use of multiple keys—and his association with the avant-garde group Les Six. Born in Aix-en-Provence to a Jewish family, Milhaud's early works reflected influences from Provençal folk music and neoclassicism, but he gained prominence in Paris during the 1920s alongside composers like Arthur Honegger and Francis Poulenc.^[39] His innovative ballet La Création du monde (1923), scored for a small ensemble and incorporating jazz elements inspired by his travels to Brazil and the United States, exemplified polytonal techniques and became a seminal work in modern French music, blending African rhythms with European orchestration.^[39] Milhaud's oeuvre exceeds 400 compositions across genres, including 12 symphonies, numerous chamber works, and operas that often explored historical and mythological themes. Among his operas, Christophe Colomb (1930), with a libretto by Paul Claudel, dramatized the explorer's life through episodic scenes and innovative staging, premiering in Berlin and reflecting Milhaud's interest in multimedia effects.^[39] Exiled to the United States during World War II due to his Jewish heritage, he taught at Mills College and influenced American composers like Dave Brubeck, while continuing to compose prolifically until his death in Geneva. Milhaud's emphasis on contrapuntal complexity and rhythmic vitality left a lasting impact on 20th-century composition, particularly in the integration of global musical idioms.^[39]

Athletes

Several modern athletes named Darius have achieved prominence in professional basketball and ice hockey, particularly in North American leagues. These individuals, often hailing from the United States or Lithuania, are recognized for their athletic prowess, international representation, and contributions to team successes despite facing career challenges such as injuries. Darius Miles, born on September 9, 1981, in Chicago, Illinois, emerged as a highly touted basketball prospect straight out of high school. Selected third overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2000 NBA Draft, his rights were immediately traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, where he began his professional career as a small forward known for his explosive athleticism and dunking ability.^[40] Over nine NBA seasons, Miles played for the Clippers (2000–2003), Cleveland Cavaliers (2003–2005), Portland Trail Blazers (2005–2008), and Memphis Grizzlies (2008–2009), averaging 10.1 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game across 407 appearances.^[41] His career highlights included a career-high 47 points against the Houston Rockets in 2005 and participation in the 2001 Slam Dunk Contest, showcasing his highlight-reel dunks.^[42] However, persistent knee injuries, culminating in microfracture surgery in 2009, forced his early retirement at age 28 in 2010.^[40] Darius Songaila, born on February 14, 1979, in Marijampolė, Lithuania, distinguished himself as a power forward after starring at Wake Forest University. Drafted 50th overall by the Boston Celtics in 2002, his rights were traded, and he debuted in the NBA with the Sacramento Kings in 2003, contributing as a reliable bench player with strong fundamentals and rebounding.^[43] Songaila appeared in 495 NBA games over eight seasons, primarily with the Kings (2003–2005), Chicago Bulls (2005–2006), Philadelphia 76ers (2006–2009), and later stints with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Washington Wizards (2009–2010), posting career averages of 6.9 points and 3.4 rebounds per game while shooting 49.9% from the field.^[44] Internationally, he represented Lithuania at the Olympics, earning bronze medals in 2000 at the Sydney Games and in 2004 at the Athens Games, where he averaged 8.6 points and 5.3 rebounds in the tournament.^[45] Songaila's professional career extended into European leagues post-NBA, but his Olympic achievements solidified his legacy in Lithuanian basketball.^[46] Darius Kasparaitis, born on October 16, 1972, in Elektrėnai, Lithuania (then part of the Soviet Union), became a renowned ice hockey defenseman for his physical, hard-hitting style and effective hip checks. Drafted fifth overall by the New York Islanders in the 1992 NHL Entry Draft, he transitioned quickly from the Soviet league to the NHL, debuting that year and establishing himself as a top enforcer.^[47] Kasparaitis played 863 NHL games over 14 seasons with the Islanders (1992–1996), Pittsburgh Penguins (1996–2000), New York Rangers (2000–2006), and Colorado Avalanche (2006–2007), recording 27 goals, 136 assists, and a +39 plus-minus rating, while accumulating over 1,800 penalty minutes for his aggressive play.^[48] His tenure included key contributions to the Penguins' 1996 Eastern Conference Finals run and earning praise for intimidating opponents.^[49] On the international stage, representing the Soviet Union/Unified Team and later Russia, Kasparaitis won Olympic gold in 1992, silver in 1998, and bronze in 2002, alongside World Junior Championships gold in 1992 and silver in 1991, and silver medals at the 1993 and 1994 IIHF World Championships.^[50] He retired from professional hockey in 2008 after brief stints in Russia.^[47]

Other professionals

Darius Adamczyk (born 1964) is an American business executive who served as chairman and chief executive officer of Honeywell International Inc. from 2017 to 2023, overseeing a multinational conglomerate with significant operations in industrial technologies, including aerospace, building automation, and performance materials relevant to petrochemical processes.^[51] During his tenure, Adamczyk led strategic acquisitions and expansions that enhanced Honeywell's position in sustainable energy solutions and advanced manufacturing, contributing to the company's revenue growth to over $36 billion annually by 2022.^[52] His leadership emphasized innovation in industrial efficiency, earning recognition such as the Chief Executive Leadership Institute's award for exemplary governance in 2022.^[53] Darius Kulikauskas is a Lithuanian economist and academic affiliated with Vilnius University, where he holds a Doctor of Economics degree and conducts research on post-Soviet economic transitions in the Baltic states.^[54] His work focuses on macroeconomic stability, housing market fundamentals, and the impacts of EU enlargement on regional integration, with key publications analyzing over- and under-valuation in Baltic real estate markets during the 2000s economic boom and bust.^[55] Kulikauskas's contributions include empirical models assessing policy effects on economic convergence, highlighting challenges in labor mobility and fiscal harmonization post-2004 EU accession for Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia.^[56] Born in the 1970s, he has also served in advisory roles at the Lithuanian Ministry of Economy, bridging academia and public policy on Baltic economic development.^[57]

Other uses

Fictional characters

In the Book of Daniel, Darius the Mede is depicted as a Median ruler who succeeds Belshazzar as king of Babylon, portrayed as a wise and just leader who initially appoints Daniel to a high position but is manipulated by jealous officials into issuing a decree that leads to Daniel's trial in the lions' den; ultimately, Darius regrets the decree, protects Daniel overnight, and upon his survival, punishes the accusers while praising Daniel's God, establishing a decree for religious tolerance across his realm. This characterization has inspired fictionalized expansions in religious literature, where Darius is often shown as a benevolent monarch aiding prophets like Daniel in upholding faith amid political intrigue, emphasizing themes of divine protection and moral governance.^[58] Darius appears as a minor character in the television series Caprica (2009–2010), the prequel to Battlestar Galactica, where he is the deceased brother of Amanda Graystone, a prominent psychologist in the cybernetically advanced society of Caprica; his death in a youthful car accident on a forest bridge leaves Amanda with lasting trauma, manifesting in hallucinations and flashbacks that reveal family dynamics amid the colony's technological upheavals.^[59] Portrayed briefly by actor Johnson Gray, Darius symbolizes personal loss in a world grappling with artificial intelligence and virtual realities.

Media and brands

The Darius series is a long-running franchise of horizontal shoot 'em up video games developed and published by Taito, beginning with the original arcade title released in 1986.^[60] The inaugural game featured innovative branching level structures that allowed players to choose paths after defeating mid-bosses, leading to multiple endings, and was notable for its use of a triple-monitor setup to create a panoramic playfield.^[61] Boss designs drew inspiration from marine life, such as mechanical fish and sea creatures, establishing a distinctive aesthetic for the series.^[62] Sequels expanded on this formula, including Darius II (Sagaia in some regions) in 1989, which introduced cooperative play and enhanced graphics, followed by titles like Darius III (1990) and later entries such as G-Darius (1997) with 3D elements.^[63] Modern ports and compilations, including Darius Cozmic Collection for consoles in 2019, have preserved and updated the series for contemporary audiences, maintaining its cult status among shoot 'em up enthusiasts.^[60] Beyond gaming, "Darius" has been adopted as a brand name in luxury goods, particularly in the Swiss watchmaking industry. Mathey-Tissot, a Swiss manufacturer established in 1886, introduced the Darius collection in the 2000s, featuring elegant quartz timepieces with stainless steel cases, leather straps, and minimalist dials designed for everyday sophistication and water resistance up to 50 meters.^[64] These watches emphasize precision Swiss movements and classic styling, positioning the line as accessible luxury within the brand's portfolio.^[65] Another Swiss brand, AVIATOR, offers the limited-edition Darius ir Girėnas Automatic (2023) to commemorate Lithuanian aviators Steponas Darius and Stasys Girėnas, blending historical tribute with Swiss craftsmanship in a run of only 92 pieces.^[66] In the fragrance sector, "Darius" appears in niche perfume branding, most prominently through Maison de Darius, an independent house founded in 2019 by perfumer Zach Nineveh and based in Washington, D.C.^[67] The brand specializes in artisanal, culturally inspired scents using high-quality natural and synthetic notes, with launches like Notorieta (2020), an oriental vanilla gourmand evoking smoky oud, caramel, and spice, and Eunoia (2020), a wellness-oriented blend promoting calm.^[68] Other offerings, such as Louisiana Zen with pomegranate, lime, and sandalwood, reflect diverse global influences while prioritizing custom formulations and ethical sourcing.^[69] Separate from this house, standalone perfumes like Darius The Great by Rovena (a men's eau de parfum with aquatic and woody accords) and Mon Fragrance's Darius eau de toilette further illustrate the name's use in evoking strength and heritage within the industry.^[70]

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Darius Rucker | Artist - GRAMMY.com
With his band, Hootie & the Blowfish, Rucker achieved mainstream success in 1994 with the album Cracked Rear View. ... Rucker won his first solo GRAMMY for 2013 ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Hootie & the Blowfish's 'Cracked Rear View' Turns 20 - Billboard
Jul 3, 2014 · Hootie & the Blowfish's 'Cracked Rear View' Turns 20: Darius Rucker Q&A ... The album also spawned the hits “Let Her Cry,” “Only Wanna Be With You ...
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CMA Presents Darius Rucker With 2023 CMA Foundation ...
Oct 24, 2023 · Rucker first achieved multi-Platinum status in the music industry as lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the GRAMMY Award-winning band Hootie & ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Back to Then - Darius Rucker | Album - AllMusic
Rating 6/10 (12) Back to Then by Darius Rucker released in 2002. Find album reviews, track lists, credits, awards and more at AllMusic.
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Darius Rucker's 'Wagon Wheel': Chart Rewind, 2013 - Billboard
Apr 13, 2023 · On April 13, 2013, Darius Rucker rode his smash single “Wagon Wheel” to No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart.Missing: topper | Show results with:topper
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Darius Campbell Danesh obituary | Pop and rock - The Guardian
Aug 18, 2022 · The Scottish singer Darius Campbell Danesh, who has died suddenly aged 41, burst into the early world of reality television when he appeared on the talent show ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Darius: The singer who turned down Simon Cowell and still got to No1
Aug 17, 2022 · Darius Danesh was born to a Scottish mother and Iranian father in Glasgow on 19 August 1980. He grew up in Bearsden, East Dunbartonshire, with ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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BBC NEWS | Entertainment | Dive In: Your views
... 2002, 12:32 GMT. Dive In: Your views. Darius Danesh. Danesh has co-written his debut album. The memory of Darius Danesh's excruciating version of Britney's Baby ...
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Darius Campbell to Join America Ferrera in West End Return of ...
Oct 27, 2011 · Darius Campbell, formerly Darius Danesh, will return to the cast of the London production of Chicago , in which he was previously seen in ...
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West End Funny Girl, Chicago Star Darius Campbell-Danesh Dead ...
Aug 17, 2022 · Also in London, he played Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls, replacing the revival's original star Ewan McGregor, and originated the role of ...
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Darius Milhaud | French Composer & Jazz Innovator - Britannica
A prolific composer, Milhaud wrote more than 400 works, including radio and motion-picture scores, a setting of the Jewish Sabbath Morning Service (1947), ...
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Darius Miles Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more
Md. Awards. 2000-01, 19, LAC · NBA, SF, 81, 21, 2133 .505, 6.1 .970 .538 .184 .130 ... Darius Miles made at least $61,999,973 playing professional basketball.Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements
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Darius Miles Career Stats - NBA - ESPN
Complete career NBA stats for the Memphis Grizzlies Small Forward Darius Miles on ESPN. Includes points, rebounds, and assists.Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements
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Darius Miles, Basketball Player, Stats, Height, Age | Proballers
Darius Miles Career records · Darius Miles scores a career high 47 points (2005) · Darius Miles grabs a career high 13 rebounds (2004) · Darius Miles gives a ...Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements<|control11|><|separator|>
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Darius Songaila Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more
Md. Awards. 2003-04, 25, SAC · NBA, PF, 7, 0, 85 .625, 1.1, 1.000 .813 .188 .000 .000 ... Darius Songaila made at least $25,337,931 playing professional ...Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements
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Darius Songaila Career Stats - NBA - ESPN
Complete career NBA stats for the Philadelphia 76ers Power Forward Darius Songaila on ESPN. Includes points, rebounds, and assists.Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements
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Darius Songaila (Lithuania) - Basketball Stats, Height, Age
National Team: Senior ; 2012. FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament for Men. 3 ; 2011. EuroBasket. 11 ; 2007. EuroBasket. 9 ; 2006. World Championship for Men. 9.
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Darius Kasparaitis Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Title
Darius Kasparaitis. (Kaspar). Position: D • Shoots: Left. 5-11, 215lb (180cm, 97kg). Born: October 16, 1972 in Elektrenai, USSR su. Draft: NY Islanders, 1st ...Missing: bio | Show results with:bio
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Darius Kasparaitis Stats And News | NHL.com
Career Stats ; 18, 0, 5 ; 57, 2, 16 ...Missing: bio achievements
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Darius Kasparaitis - Stats, Contract, Salary & More - Elite Prospects
He was 20 when he came to the NHL and immediately established himself as one of the most punishing body-checkers in professional hockey. He was extremely ...Missing: achievements | Show results with:achievements
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Adamczyk To Serve As Executive Chairman - Honeywell
Mar 14, 2023 · Honeywell names 34-year Honeywell veteran Vimal Kapur to succeed Darius Adamczyk as CEO on June 1, 2023.
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Chief Executive Leadership Institute Honors Darius Adamczyk of ...
Sep 13, 2022 · Darius Adamczyk is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Honeywell. He was elected as Honeywell Chairman in April 2018. Before then, he was ...
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Johnson & Johnson Names Darius Adamczyk, Chairman and Chief ...
Feb 15, 2022 · Johnson & Johnson announced today that Darius Adamczyk, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Honeywell, has been appointed to its Board of Directors.
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Darius Kulikauskas Doctor of Economics N/A at Vilnius University
Purpose This paper aims to use the user costs approach to identify the periods of over- and under-valuation in the Baltic residential real estate markets.
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‪Darius Kulikauskas‬ - ‪Google Scholar‬
Measuring fundamental housing prices in the Baltic States: empirical approach. D Kulikauskas. European Real Estate Society 22nd Annual Conference, 15-39, 2015.
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Darius Kulikauskas - IDEAS/RePEc
Darius Kulikauskas, 2016. "Fundamental housing prices in the Baltic States: empirical approach," Baltic Journal of Economics, Baltic International Centre for ...
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Darius Kulikauskas - CEPR
Apr 12, 2018 · ... economist at the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Lithuania. Darius holds a Ph.D. in economics and master of laws (LL.M.) from Vilnius ...Missing: Baltic | Show results with:Baltic
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Daniel: a fighter for religious freedom - The Christian Science Journal
Darius was prepared to promote Daniel to the position of supervisor over the land, so the other royal officers decide to do away with Daniel by introducing ...<|separator|>
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Darius Gaiden – 1994 Developer Interview - shmuplations.com
Dec 19, 2021 · Taito's arcade development team discusses the making of Darius Gaiden, the third arcade entry in the venerable Darius series.Missing: video protagonist
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Caprica S1, Ep 7: "The Imperfections of Memory" - Reactor
Mar 15, 2010 · In “The Imperfections of Memory,” we learn that Amanda had a brother named Darius, whose death in a car accident in their youth caused her to ...
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Darius - Shmups Wiki -- The Digital Library of Shooting Games
Oct 2, 2025 · Darius is a horizontal side-scrolling arcade shoot-em-up developed and released by Taito in 1986. The game is widely known for its branching paths.
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Darius - Videogame by Taito | Museum of the Game
Darius was produced by Taito in 1986. Taito released 488 machines in our database under this trade name, starting in 1967. Taito was based in Japan. Other ...
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Darius Series (Taito) - Gaming History 101
Mar 10, 2012 · This title premiered in arcades in 1986 by developer Taito and featured a super wide 3-screen arcade cabinet.
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Darius Series | Darius Wiki | Fandom
The first Darius game was released in 1986 to the arcades, and was the first Taito arcade game to use three monitors mounted side-by-side. What set it apart ...Darius · Darius II
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Mathey-Tissot Darius Men's Watch H7915PYI : Amazon.co.uk
Rating 5.0 (1) Yellow Gold-plated stainless steel case with a brown leather band. Quartz movement. 50 meters / 165 feet water resistance. Fixed bezel. Sapphire Glass crystal.<|separator|>
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Mathey-Tissot
Timepieces Influenced by History. Crafted for the present. Swiss Made Since 1886. Men's Watches. Discover our models. Ladies Watches. Discover our models.History · Men's Watches · Women's Watches · Mergulhador GMTMissing: Darius | Show results with:Darius
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AVIATOR Darius ir Girėnas Automatic – Limited Lithuanian Edition
Free delivery 14-day returnsAVIATOR Darius and Girėnas Automatic is a unique, Swiss-made limited edition timepiece (only 92 pieces), commemorating one of the most significant moments ...
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About - Maison de Darius
Maison de Darius is a fragrance house that is now currently based in Washington, DC. The house was launched in 2019 by myself, Zach Nineveh, owner and self- ...
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Notorieta Maison de Darius for women and men - Fragrantica
Rating 4.4 (33) Notorieta by Maison de Darius is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Notorieta was launched in 2020. The nose behind this fragrance is Zach Nineveh.<|control11|><|separator|>
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Louisiana Zen - Maison de Darius
Louisiana Zen is back. Pomegranate, Lime, Almond, Green Tea, Sandalwood, Oudh, Amber. Order Window Maison de Darius LLC, wishes to provide you with the best ...
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Darius The Great by Rovena EDP 100ml - Royalsperfume
Darius The Great is a strong and powerful perfume with a cool character and a feeling of the sea. Darius The Great is another masterpiece of the famous and ...