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 #7648 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Virgilio?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Virgilio?
Virgilio works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Virgilio Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Virgilio John
One syllable · timeless choice
Virgilio Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Virgilio Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Virgilio Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
Virgilio Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Virgilio right now?
Falling — down 1479 spots — currently #7648 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2025 | #7648 | 11 | ▼ down 1479 · -27% births |
| 2024 | #6169 | 15 | ▲ up 1520 · +36% births |
| 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 | — |
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.
Names that peaked alongside Virgilio in 1971:
Virgilio by decade
Virgilio peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1910s | 27 | |
| 1920s | 87 | |
| 1930s | 67 | |
| 1940s | 40 | |
| 1950s | 103 | |
| 1960s | 175 | |
| 1970s | 235 | |
| 1980s | 218 | |
| 1990s ★ | 245 | |
| 2000s | 161 | |
| 2010s | 68 | |
| 2020s | 35 | |
💎With 1,435 total births, Virgilio is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Virgilio?
What names sound and feel like Virgilio?
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How is Virgilio written in other languages?
Common questions about the name Virgilio
What does the name Virgilio mean?
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 ver-JIL-ee-oh. 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.