Basil: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Royal, kingly — herbal and regal
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2304
- Peak
- #322 in 1897
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Basil Means
Basil is a boy name of Greek origin. Royal, kingly — herbal and regal
How Popular Basil Is
Basil currently ranks #2304 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #322 in 1897. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Basil
- Basil peaked at #322 in the U.S. in 1897.
- Basil is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Basil is a name with ancient Greek heritage.
Names Like Basil
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Basil
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Basil.
Questions About Basil
What does Basil mean?
Basil is a boy name of Greek origin. Royal, kingly — herbal and regal
How popular is Basil?
Basil currently ranks #2304 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #322 in 1897. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Basil come from?
Basil comes from Greek roots. Basil peaked at #322 in the U.S. in 1897.
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