Vasilis Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationvah-SEE-lees / vɑˈsilisGreek
Meaning
Royal; kingly
Historical & Cultural Background
Vasilis is a Greek name derived from the word 'basileus', meaning king. It is commonly used in Greece and among Greek communities worldwide. The name has historical significance, often associated with royalty and leadership. It is celebrated in Greek culture and is often given to boys in honor of Saint Basil, a prominent figure in Christianity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Vasili
- Vasilios
International Variants
- Basil (English)
- Vasile (Romanian)
- Vasiliy (Russian)
- Basilio (Spanish)
- Vasil (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Vasilis
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vasilis was first seen in the United States in 1978. Vasilis has ranked as high as #1272 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Vasilis has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vasilis (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |