Basil
royal
GenderBoyOriginGreekSay itBAY-zilPopularityUncommon
Pronounced BAY-zil
About the name Basil
Derived from a Greek term for royalty and an aromatic herb. It is a refined, intellectual name with deep historical roots.
Basil is dignified and clever, carrying himself with an old-world charm.
Fun fact
Basil shares its root with the fragrant herb, both derived from the Greek word for 'king.'
Nicknames for Basil
BazBas
Variations
BazBasilio
Famous people named Basil
- Basil Rathbone (actor, Sherlock Holmes films)