Virgil vs Smith

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 #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

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Virgil Rank #1,544

Smith Rank #1,580

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

Is Virgil or Smith more popular?

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

What do Virgil and Smith mean?

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

Are Virgil and Smith boy or girl names?

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