Virgil Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Virgil Name at a Glance

Name	Virgil
Meaning	Flourishing. Roman poet-philosopher Virgil works have been classic texts of Roman history and the Latin language for 2000 years.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Virgil Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Virgil means “Flourishing. Roman poet-philosopher Virgil works have been classic texts of Roman history and the Latin language for 2000 years”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Virgil Name Origin

Our database records Virgil under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Virgil a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Virgil is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Virgil

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