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Basil Name Meaning and Origin

The Name Basil is a boy's name. The origin of the baby name Basil is Greek with the meaning(s) depending on Gender/Origin being

Greek- Like a king, Royal, Majestic, Basil herb.

Basil has the following similar or variant Names: Basile Basilio Basilius Basino Bazel Bazyli Vasilis Vassilij Vassili Vassily

Popularity
The name Basil, is the 49056^th most popular baby name at Mybaby-name.com placing it in the top 68% of names by popularity.

The year (2006), was the 2896^th most popular name, and is in the top 15% for the year.

The year (2007), was the 10010^th most popular name, and is in the top 14% for the year.

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