Anton vs Virgil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anton

Boy #1,480 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"priceless, praiseworthy"

Origin: Latin (Antonius)

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Boy #1,544 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"staff bearer, wand wielder"

Origin: Latin (virga, staff/rod)

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Anton Rank #1,480

Virgil Rank #1,544

Anton is more popular, ranked #1480 vs #1544 for Virgil.

Is Anton or Virgil more popular?

Anton is more popular, ranked #1480 compared to Virgil at #1544 in the United States.

What do Anton and Virgil mean?

Anton means "priceless, praiseworthy" (Latin (Antonius) origin). Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin).

Are Anton and Virgil boy or girl names?

Anton is primarily a boy name. Virgil is primarily a boy name.