Basil Name Meaning & Origin
/BAY-zuhl/Name Origin
Derived from the Greek name Basileios, meaning 'kingly' or 'royal'. It has been used historically in Greek, Middle Eastern, and Western cultures, especially among Christian and Orthodox communities.
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British (Caucasian) 40% -
Egyptian (Arab) 35% -
American (Mixed) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Basil
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Basil in the US (SSA Data):
Basil Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 7
People with this name tend to be: Analytical, intellectual and spiritual.