Basil
Royal; also a fragrant herb
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Basil meaning & origin
Basil is listed in our catalog as a boy name. Its listed meaning is "Royal; also a fragrant herb". Listed origin: Greek.
Pronunciation
BAZ-uhl
Catalog phonetic spelling
Popularity
We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Basil. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
- Basil James
- Basil Eli
Famous Namesakes
- Basil Rathbone (actor)
Sources & notes
Meanings, origins, pronunciations, and namesakes are catalog entries that have not yet completed source-by-source editorial review. Nicknames and middle-name pairings are ideas to try, not usage statistics. We show birth-name ranks only when the record includes source-file provenance; missing data is not evidence of rarity.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Basil
What does the name Basil mean?
Basil is listed in our catalog as a boy name. Its listed meaning is "Royal; also a fragrant herb". Listed origin: Greek.
How do you pronounce Basil?
Our catalog's pronunciation guide is BAZ-uhl. Pronunciation can vary by language and family.
How popular is the name Basil?
We do not have a verified US birth-record ranking for Basil. Missing data does not mean a name is rare.
What nickname ideas could work for Basil?
Ideas to try include Baz. These are suggestions, not a measure of usage.
What middle names could work with Basil?
Try Basil James, Basil Eli aloud with your surname. These pairings are subjective suggestions.
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