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Virgil vs Hazel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Virgil Rank #1,544
Hazel Rank #2,841

Virgil is more popular, ranked #1544 vs #2841 for Hazel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Virgil or Hazel more popular?

Virgil is more popular, ranked #1544 compared to Hazel at #2841 in the United States.

What do Virgil and Hazel mean?

Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin). Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin).

Are Virgil and Hazel boy or girl names?

Virgil is primarily a boy name. Hazel is primarily a boy name.

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