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Virgil vs Mars

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
Mars Rank #1,455

Mars is more popular, ranked #1455 vs #1544 for Virgil.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Virgil or Mars more popular?

Mars is more popular, ranked #1455 compared to Virgil at #1544 in the United States.

What do Virgil and Mars mean?

Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin). Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin).

Are Virgil and Mars boy or girl names?

Virgil is primarily a boy name. Mars is primarily a boy name.

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