Theodore vs Virgil

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
Nicknames
Virg, Gilly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Theodore Rank #4
Virgil Rank #1,544

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1544 for Virgil.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Virgil ___

  • Virgil James
  • Virgil Scott
  • Virgil Lee
  • Virgil Allen
  • Virgil Augustus
  • Virgil Kent

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

If you choose Virgil

Horace Augustus Beatrice Cornelius Lavinia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Virgil more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Virgil at #1544 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Virgil mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Virgil means "staff bearer, wand wielder" (Latin (virga, staff/rod) origin).

Are Theodore and Virgil boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Virgil is primarily a boy name.

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