“From the town of Virgil.” — Associated with qualities of wisdom and artistic inspiration
Italy origin · Boy name
♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls
#7689US 2023
11Births / yr
↑Rising
1.4kAll-time births
📅 Since 191600
How to pronounce Virgilio
ver·JIL·ee·oh
/vɝ.ˈdʒɪl.iː.oʊ/ · stress on JIL · 4 syllables
“From the town of Virgil.”
Associated with qualities of wisdom and artistic inspiration · Italy origin
What does Virgilio mean and where does it come from?
Virgilio is the Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese form of the name Virgil. It has its roots in Latin and refers to the Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro, also known as Virgil, famous for his epic poem 'The Aeneid.' The name is often associated with qualities of wisdom and artistic inspiration. Virgil
Cultural significance
Virgilio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the town of virgil..
Peak popularity
Reached #1373 in 1971 — currently #7689 in the US.
Rising fast — up 2078 spots — currently #7689 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1925–2023#7689 · Top 5.7%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#7689
11
▲ up 2078 · +38% births
2022
#9767
8
▲ up 950 · +14% births
2021
#10717
7
▼ down 2666 · -22% births
2020
#8051
9
▲ up 1625 · +29% births
2015
#9676
7
▲ up 1224 · +17% births
2010
#10900
6
▼ down 6560 · -70% births
2005
#4340
20
▼ down 99 · +11% births
2000
#4241
18
▼ down 1288 · -25% births
1995
#2953
24
▼ down 681 · -23% births
1990
#2272
31
▲ up 268 · +55% births
1985
#2540
20
▼ down 798 · -39% births
1980
#1742
33
▲ up 27 · +18% births
1975
#1769
28
▲ up 319 · +47% births
1970
#2088
19
▼ down 475 · -21% births
1965
#1613
24
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Virgilio
1965Rank #1613
33
#4617
↘Falling
1925 - 202322 years
The story of Virgilio
Virgilio entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 1,435 total births recorded, Virgilio remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2915 in 1925, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7689 in 2023.
Virgilio means "From the town of Virgil." — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Virgilio?
Virgilio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Virgilio have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Virgilio?
Virgilio originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Virgilio?
Virgilio is a four-syllable name pronounced V ER0 JH IH1 L IY0 OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Virgilio?
Virgilio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Virgilio
For a sister
Virgilio & Andrea♡
Virgilio & Nico♡
Virgilio & Angelo♡
Virgilio & Marco♡
For a brother
Virgilio & Nico♡
Virgilio & Angelo♡
Virgilio & Marco♡
Virgilio & Mario♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#7689
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