Vasilios
Vasilios is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Kingly, royal, or regal.
Origin and history
Vasilios is a traditional Greek name derived from the Greek word for king or royal. It is the Greek form of the name Basil and remains a classic staple in Hellenic culture. In the United States, it is a relatively rare given name, maintained steadily within Greek-American communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,500 babies in the United States have been named Vasilios since 1880. It ranks #3238 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1842.
States where it is most popular
- NY (73.3 %)
- IL (14.2 %)
- MA (6.1 %)
- NJ (5.5 %)
- CA (0.92 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 6 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 109 |
| 1970-1980 | 315 |
| 1980-1990 | 295 |
| 1990-2000 | 250 |
| 2000-2010 | 238 |
| 2010-2019 | 202 |
| 2020-2029 | 85 |
Famous people named Vasilios
- Vasilios Spanoulis: Basketball player, Coach
Nicknames
Vasi, Bill, Vasilis
Fun facts
- The ancient Greek 'B' sound (beta) shifted over time to a 'V' sound in modern Greek, transforming Basileios into Vasilios.
- In Greek tradition, Saint Basil (Aghios Vasileios) brings gifts to children on New Year's Day rather than Santa Claus.