Virgil vs Ferry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Virgil

Boy #1,544 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"staff bearer, wand wielder"

Origin: Latin (virga, staff/rod)

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Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

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Virgil Rank #1,544

Ferry Rank #32,658

Virgil is more popular, ranked #1544 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Is Virgil or Ferry more popular?

Virgil is more popular, ranked #1544 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Virgil and Ferry mean?

Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin). Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin).

Are Virgil and Ferry boy or girl names?

Virgil is primarily a boy name. Ferry is primarily a boy name.