Virgil Batten

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Virgil Batten — Irish
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Virgil Batten is a name that combines Irish origins. The first name Virgil is a masculine given name of Irish origin. Virgil is the most common modern English name used for the Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro (70–19 BC). It functions as a given name or surname made popular by the fame of Virgil. The variant form of this name is Vergil. Notable people with the name Virgil include: As a given name St. Virgil of Salzburg (aka Vergilius/Vigil/Fearghal/Fergal), an eighth-century Irish bishop and astronomer Virgil Abloh (1980–2021), an American fashion designer and founder of fashion label Off-White Virgil Aldrich (1903–1998), an American philosopher Virgil I. The surname Batten: Adrian Batten, English composer Ann Batten, New Zealand politician Anne K. Batten (born 1932), American politician from Vermont Annie Mottram Craig Batten, Canadian-born American singer, voice teacher Billy Batten, English rugby player Charles Lynn Batten, American academic Chris Batten, English bassist and a vocalist for Enter Shikari Cyia Batten, American dancer and actor Eric Batten, English rugby player Frank Batten, American billionaire businessman Frederick Batten, English neurologist and pediatrician Gerard Batten, British politician Guin Batten, rower, sister of Miriam Haley Batten (bo. Virgil is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 74K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Virgil reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Virgil

Irish

Virgil is the most common modern English name used for the Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro (70–19 BC). It functions as a given name or surname made popular by the fame of Virgil. The variant form of this name is Vergil. Notable people with the name Virgil include: As a given name St. Virgil of Salzburg (aka Vergilius/Vigil/Fearghal/Fergal), an eighth-century Irish bishop and astronomer Virgil Abloh (1980–2021), an American fashion designer and founder of fashion label Off-White Virgil Aldrich (1903–1998), an American philosopher Virgil I.

Surname: Batten

English

Adrian Batten, English composer Ann Batten, New Zealand politician Anne K. Batten (born 1932), American politician from Vermont Annie Mottram Craig Batten, Canadian-born American singer, voice teacher Billy Batten, English rugby player Charles Lynn Batten, American academic Chris Batten, English bassist and a vocalist for Enter Shikari Cyia Batten, American dancer and actor Eric Batten, English rugby player Frank Batten, American billionaire businessman Frederick Batten, English neurologist and pediatrician Gerard Batten, British politician Guin Batten, rower, sister of Miriam Haley Batten (bo.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Virgil is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Virgil by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Virgil Batten

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Virgil Batten:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Virgil?
The first name Virgil originates from Irish. Virgil is the most common modern English name used for the Roman poet Publius Vergilius Maro (70–19 BC). It functions as a given name or surname made popular by the fame of Virgil. The variant form of this name is Vergil. Notable people with the name Virgil include: As a given name St. Virgil of Salzburg (aka Vergilius/Vigil/Fearghal/Fergal), an eighth-century Irish bishop and astronomer Virgil Abloh (1980–2021), an American fashion designer and founder of fashion label Off-White Virgil Aldrich (1903–1998), an American philosopher Virgil I.
When was Virgil most popular?
The name Virgil reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Batten?
The surname Batten originates from English. Adrian Batten, English composer Ann Batten, New Zealand politician Anne K. Batten (born 1932), American politician from Vermont Annie Mottram Craig Batten, Canadian-born American singer, voice teacher Billy Batten, English rugby player Charles Lynn Batten, American academic Chris Batten, English bassist and a vocalist for Enter Shikari Cyia Batten, American dancer and actor Eric Batten, English rugby player Frank Batten, American billionaire businessman Frederick Batten, English neurologist and pediatrician Gerard Batten, British politician Guin Batten, rower, sister of Miriam Haley Batten (bo.
What are the origins of the name Virgil Batten?
The name Virgil Batten combines two different traditions: the first name Virgil has Irish roots, while the surname Batten originates from English.
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