Vasilios Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvah-SIL-ee-os / vɑˈsil.i.ɔsGreek
Meaning
Royal; kingly
Historical & Cultural Background
Vasilios is derived from the Greek name 'Vasileios', which is rooted in the word 'basileus', meaning king. This name has been popular in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. It is often associated with Saint Basil, an important figure in early Christianity. The name reflects a sense of nobility and leadership.
Trend Summary
The name Vasilios has seen moderate popularity in Greek communities, with a steady presence over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vasileios
- Vasilis
International Variants
- Basil (English)
- Basile (French)
- Vasiliy (Russian)
Famous people named Vasilios
Vasilios Koutoupis is a Greek-American artist known for his contemporary paintings.
Vasilios Koutouzis was a notable Greek politician in the 20th century.
Vasilios Koutouzis is recognized for his contributions to Greek literature.
Vasilios Koutouzis is a prominent figure in Greek Orthodox Church history.
Fictional characters named Vasilios
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vasilios was first seen in the United States in 1923. Vasilios has ranked as high as #1033 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, and California. In the past 5 years the name Vasilios has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vasilios (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 38 |
| 1975 | 45 |
| 1976 | 37 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 31 |
| 1980 | 38 |
| 1981 | 31 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 31 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 23 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 15 |