Basilio
Basilio is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Kingly, royal, or regal.
Origin and history
Basilio is the Spanish and Italian form of the Greek name Basileios, derived from the word for king or royal. It has historically been borne by several Christian saints, including Saint Basil the Great. In the United States, it remains a rare classical name with steady, minor usage.
Popularity in the United States
1,809 babies in the United States have been named Basilio since 1880. It ranks #3011 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1863.
States where it is most popular
- TX (69.2 %)
- CA (28.1 %)
- NY (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 88 |
| 1920-1930 | 159 |
| 1930-1940 | 137 |
| 1940-1950 | 144 |
| 1950-1960 | 192 |
| 1960-1970 | 191 |
| 1970-1980 | 196 |
| 1980-1990 | 186 |
| 1990-2000 | 182 |
| 2000-2010 | 151 |
| 2010-2019 | 108 |
| 2020-2029 | 64 |
Famous people named Basilio
- Basilio Olivas: Athlete, Baseball player
Fun facts
- Basilio shares its ultimate root with the word 'basil' and the term 'basilica', both derived from the Greek word for king.
- Don Basilio is a notable character in classic operas, including Rossini's The Barber of Seville and Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro.