Virgil vs Gideon

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 #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Virgil Rank #1,544

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1544 for Virgil.

Is Virgil or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Virgil at #1544 in the United States.

What do Virgil and Gideon mean?

Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Virgil and Gideon boy or girl names?

Virgil is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.