Basilia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbah-ZIL-ee-uh / bəˈzɪl.i.əGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: royal; Latin: kingly
Historical & Cultural Background
Basilia is derived from the Greek word 'basileus,' meaning 'king' or 'royal.' The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts, where it is associated with saints. In Latin, it also conveys a sense of nobility and leadership. The name has seen varying levels of popularity throughout history, particularly in the Middle Ages.
Trend Summary
Basilia is a rare name in the United States, with limited popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Basil
- Basilie
International Variants
- Basilia (Spanish)
- Basilique (French)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Basilia was first seen in the United States in 1912. Basilia has ranked as high as #881 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Basilia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Basilia (1915)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |