What does the name Virgil mean?

The name Virgil means "From the Roman poet Virgil".

What is the origin of the name Virgil?

Virgil is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Virgil?

In 2023, 114 babies were named Virgil in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Is Virgil a boy's name?

Yes, Virgil is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Virgil

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Births Last Year: 114 ↗

All-Time Total: 67,571

Peak Year: 1921

Virgil is a Latin name derived from the Roman family name Vergilius, possibly meaning "flourishing" or "blooming." It is associated with the Roman poet Virgil.

Notable Namesakes

Virgil Abloh - Fashion designer, Off-White founder.
Virgil van Dijk - Soccer player, Liverpool defender.
Virgil Hill - Boxer, former light heavyweight champion.
Virgil Goode - Politician, former U.S. Representative from Virginia.
Virgil Trucks - Baseball player, MLB pitcher.
Virgil Thomson - Composer, music critic.
Virgil Donati - Drummer, fusion and progressive rock musician.
Virgil Green - Football player, NFL tight end.
Virgil Riley Runnels Jr. - Wrestler, known as Dusty Rhodes.
Virgil Earp - Lawman, brother of Wyatt Earp.

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Virgil

Rickie Draco Anakin Presley Cary Cain Garrick Jerald

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Virgil

Jessika Brittnee Kayle Breana Aleeah Milah Audriana Katheryn

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

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