Smith vs Virgil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,544 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"staff bearer, wand wielder"

Origin: Latin (virga, staff/rod)

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Smith Rank #1,580

Virgil Rank #1,544

Virgil is more popular, ranked #1544 vs #1580 for Smith.

Is Smith or Virgil more popular?

Virgil is more popular, ranked #1544 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Virgil mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin).

Are Smith and Virgil boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Virgil is primarily a boy name.