Vergil Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vergil is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Virgilius.' Its meaning relates to flourishing, and it has historical roots that trace back to ancient Roman culture. The name evolved from 'Virgilius' to 'Vergil' over time. It is associated with traits of literary excellence and cultural significance, while lacking direct biblical relevance.
The name Vergil is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Vergil has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Vergil' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 918th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1345th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2250th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3824th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8930th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6678th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4871st out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Vergil' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vergil"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɜrdʒɪl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Vergil is derived from the Latin name 'Virgilius,' which is believed to be of uncertain origin. Some theories suggest it may relate to the Latin word 'virga,' meaning 'branch' or 'stick,' while others propose links to the term 'virgo,' meaning 'maiden.'
Meaning
to flourish
Language Evolution
Virgilius, Vergil
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Renaissance, particularly due to the influence of the Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro, commonly known as Virgil, whose works were highly regarded in Western literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Virgilio, Virgil, Vergilio
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Vergil is often associated with literary and cultural sophistication, reflecting its historical ties to the classical world.
Famous People
Virgil (Publius Vergilius Maro), Vergil (character from the Devil May Cry video game series)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vergil"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Vergil"
"Vergil" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 918th of 7545 | 893 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1345th of 6773 | 468 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2250th of 7552 | 247 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3824th of 10718 | 117 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8930th of 16616 | 44 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6678th of 23106 | 148 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4871st of 9107 | 56 |
Regional Popularity of "Vergil" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
51.41% 728th/1416 |
- |
40.15% 950th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
74.67% 1757th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Vergil" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vergil"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vergil" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.