Virgil vs Terrence

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 #1,525 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"from the Roman gens Terentia"

Origin: Latin

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Virgil Rank #1,544

Terrence Rank #1,525

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 vs #1544 for Virgil.

Is Virgil or Terrence more popular?

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 compared to Virgil at #1544 in the United States.

What do Virgil and Terrence mean?

Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin). Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin).

Are Virgil and Terrence boy or girl names?

Virgil is primarily a boy name. Terrence is primarily a boy name.