Virgil
Virgil Meaning & Origin
About Virgil
The name Virgil is of Latin origin and is derived from the Roman family name Vergilius. It is believed to have originated from the Latin word "virga," meaning "wand" or "shoot." The name Virgil is most commonly associated with the ancient Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro, known as Virgil, who is considered one of the greatest poets in Western literature. The name Virgil is often associated with qualities such as wisdom, creativity, and literary excellence.
Name Popularity
Gender Distribution
Most individuals with the name Virgil are male.
Virgil Popularity Trends
The popularity of the name has decreased by -20.79% over the past year.
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Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Virgil in Braille
Here's how to represent Virgil in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
How to Spell the Name Virgil in American Sign Language (ASL)
The image below shows how you can spell Virgil using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
