Vergil

Meaning of Vergil

Vergil is a unisex name with Italian origins. It is pronounced as VEHR-jeel (/ˈvɛr.dʒil/) in Italian and VER-jil (/ˈvərdʒɪl/) in English. The name is commonly associated with the famous Roman poet, Virgil, who wrote the epic poem, "The Aeneid." In terms of popularity, Vergil has been steadily used for newborns in the United States over the years. In recent times, it has been moderately popular, ranking around 4000 to 6000 in terms of occurrence. However, its usage has varied throughout history. It was more popular in the early-mid 20th century but saw a decline in popularity afterward. Overall, Vergil is a unique and historical name choice for parents looking for something distinctive for their baby.

Pronunciation

Italian

• Pronunced as VEHR-jeel (/ˈvɛr.dʒil/)

English

• Pronunced as VER-jil (/ˈvərdʒɪl/)

• Virgil
• Virgilio
• Vergilio
• Virgiliano
• Verge
• Vergey
• Vergez