Basil Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History
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The meaning of the name "basil" is "royal, kingly", and is used often for "boys".
Basil Name Details
The name Basil is derived from the Greek name Basileios, which means 'royal' or 'kingly'. It was originally used as an epithet for the Greek god Zeus, who was often referred to as 'Basileios Zeus', meaning Zeus the King. The name gained popularity in the Christian world due to the prominence of various saints named Basil. It has been used across different cultures and has variations in pronunciation, including BAH-sil and BAZ-il. Basil is a commonly used name for boys.
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