Virgil Unisex

Popularity: #810 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationVER-jil / /ˈvɜːrdʒɪl/

Latin

Meaning

flourishing; strong

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Virgil is derived from the Latin name Vergilius. It is most famously associated with the Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro, known as Virgil, who authored the epic poem 'Aeneid.' The name has been used in various cultures and languages over centuries, often symbolizing literary and artistic achievement. Virgil has remained a classic name, appreciated for its historical significance and strong connotations.

Trend Summary

Virgil has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a resurgence in recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Virgilio
  • Virgile

International Variants

  • Virgile (French)
  • Virgilio (Italian)
  • Virgílio (Portuguese)

Famous people named Virgil

Virgil Abloh was an American designer and entrepreneur known for his work as the artistic director of Louis Vuitton's menswear.

Virgil van Dijk is a Dutch professional footballer recognized for his role as a central defender for Liverpool FC and the Netherlands national team.

Virgil Thomson was an American composer and music critic, notable for his contributions to American classical music in the 20th century.

Virgil Ortiz is a contemporary Native American artist celebrated for his pottery and innovative designs that blend traditional and modern aesthetics.

Fictional characters named Virgil

Virgil Hawkins is a character from the animated series 'Static Shock,' known for being a teenage superhero with electromagnetic powers.

Virgil is a character in the 'Thunderbirds' franchise, serving as the pilot of the Thunderbird 2 rescue vehicle.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Virgil was first seen in the United States in 1880. Virgil has ranked as high as #233 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Virgil has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Virgil (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 18
38%
TX 11
23%
OH 8
17%
NC 6
13%
OK 5
10%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188081
188165
188280
188370
188488
188582
188679
188777
1888112
188993
1890100
1891123
1892130
1893119
1894125
1895146
1896138
1897159
1898155
1899154
1900212
1901158
1902163
1903173
1904211
1905226
1906207
1907276
1908258
1909250
1910280
1911355
1912684
1913819
19141,048
19151,376
19161,496
19171,523
19181,707
19191,570
19201,711
19211,830
19221,790
19231,713
19241,627
19251,503
19261,576
19271,498
19281,405
19291,339
19301,371
19311,384
19321,228
19331,139
19341,128
19351,104
19361,034
1937970
19381,068
1939937
1940938
1941923
19421,003
1943993
1944928
1945845
1946881
1947854
1948794
1949791
1950786
1951789
1952786
1953759
1954743
1955699
1956709
1957668
1958696
1959652
1960687
1961625
1962555
1963561
1964547
1965503
1966458
1967446
1968442
1969384
1970408
1971421
1972366
1973345
1974312
1975311
1976265
1977253
1978228
1979238
1980203
1981220
1982227
1983160
1984180
1985147
1986179
1987142
1988142
1989146
1990159
1991149
1992112
1993114
199485
199596
199688
199782
1998102
199980
200066
200175
200271
200369
200475
200569
200669
200773
200854
200964
201080
201173
201250
201368
201475
201570
201688
201796
201873
201991
202085
2021101
202281
2023123
2024114