Virgil vs Steve

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

Popularity Comparison

Virgil Rank #1,544
Steve Rank #1,693

Virgil is more popular, ranked #1544 vs #1693 for Steve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Virgil or Steve more popular?

Virgil is more popular, ranked #1544 compared to Steve at #1693 in the United States.

What do Virgil and Steve mean?

Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin). Steve means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Virgil and Steve boy or girl names?

Virgil is primarily a boy name. Steve is primarily a boy name.

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