Virgel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Virgel has Latin origins from 'Virgilius', related to the meanings of 'branch' and 'man'. It has evolved through various forms, including Virgilius and Virgil. The name has a classic appeal and is associated with a significant historical figure in literature. It does not have a biblical reference, and while it is not widely used today, it retains a unique charm.
The name Virgel 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, Virgel 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, 'Virgel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1234th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1463rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2747th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5127th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Virgel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Virgel"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɜːrdʒəl/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Virgel is derived from the Latin name 'Virgilius', which is believed to be connected to the word 'virga', meaning 'branch' or 'twig'. It has associations with the Latin word 'vir', meaning 'man'.
Meaning
branch, twig, man
Language Evolution
Virgilius, Virgile, Virgel
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the late 19th century, often as a variant of the name Virgil, which was used in honor of the Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro.
Variants & Derivatives
Virgil, Virgilio, Virgile
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Virgel is relatively uncommon today but carries a classic and literary connotation due to its association with the ancient poet Virgil.
Famous People
Virgel L. P. Martin, American author, Virgel E. H. Hays, American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Virgel"
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 "Virgel"
"Virgel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1234th of 7545 | 536 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1463rd of 6773 | 406 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2747th of 7552 | 169 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5127th of 10718 | 63 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8598th of 9107 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Virgel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
72.32% 1024th/1416 |
- |
53.59% 1268th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
- |
75.65% 1780th/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 "Virgel" 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 "Virgel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Virgel" 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.