Virgil Dunlap

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Virgil Dunlap — Irish
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Virgil Dunlap 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 Dunlap: Adele Dunlap (1902–2017), American academic and nation's oldest living person Albert J. Dunlap (1937–2019), American businessman Benjamin B. Dunlap, American academic Bob "Slim" Dunlap (1951–2024), American musician, member of The Replacements Carla Dunlap-Kaan (born 1954), American female bodybuilder Chris Dunlap (born 1985), American football player Clarence Dunlap (1908–2003), Canadian air marshal David Dunlap (1910–1994), American rower (eights), gold medal winner at the 1932 Olympics David L. Dunlap (1877–1954), American athlete and coach David W. 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: Dunlap

English

Adele Dunlap (1902–2017), American academic and nation's oldest living person Albert J. Dunlap (1937–2019), American businessman Benjamin B. Dunlap, American academic Bob "Slim" Dunlap (1951–2024), American musician, member of The Replacements Carla Dunlap-Kaan (born 1954), American female bodybuilder Chris Dunlap (born 1985), American football player Clarence Dunlap (1908–2003), Canadian air marshal David Dunlap (1910–1994), American rower (eights), gold medal winner at the 1932 Olympics David L. Dunlap (1877–1954), American athlete and coach David W.

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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 Dunlap

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 Dunlap:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

6
Personality Number

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

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 Dunlap?
The surname Dunlap originates from English. Adele Dunlap (1902–2017), American academic and nation's oldest living person Albert J. Dunlap (1937–2019), American businessman Benjamin B. Dunlap, American academic Bob "Slim" Dunlap (1951–2024), American musician, member of The Replacements Carla Dunlap-Kaan (born 1954), American female bodybuilder Chris Dunlap (born 1985), American football player Clarence Dunlap (1908–2003), Canadian air marshal David Dunlap (1910–1994), American rower (eights), gold medal winner at the 1932 Olympics David L. Dunlap (1877–1954), American athlete and coach David W.
What are the origins of the name Virgil Dunlap?
The name Virgil Dunlap combines two different traditions: the first name Virgil has Irish roots, while the surname Dunlap originates from English.
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