Gilbert vs Virgil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,397
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

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Virgil

Boy #1,544 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"staff bearer, wand wielder"

Origin: Latin (virga, staff/rod)

Cultural Roots

English American French Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,544
Total SSA Count
114
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Gilbert Rank #1,397
Virgil Rank #1,544

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #1544 for Virgil.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gilbert or Virgil more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Virgil at #1544 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Virgil mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin).

Are Gilbert and Virgil boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Virgil is primarily a boy name.

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