Basil
Basil name meaning
Basil is a plant in the mint family. The name is derived from the Greek word βασιλικόν (basilikón), which is the word for "royal".
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In 2022, 76% of babies named Basil were boys
In 2022, 24% of babies named Basil were girls
In 2022, 24% of babies named Basil were girls
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Basil - FAQ
What is the meaning of the name Basil?
The meaning of the name Basil is Basil is a plant in the mint family. The name is derived from the Greek word βασιλικόν (basilikón), which is the word for "royal"..
Is Basil a girl or boy name?
The name Basil is a masculine name. According to our statistics, 75.65% of babies called Basil were boys, 24.35% of babies called Basil were girls.
What is the popularity of the name Basil?
According to statistics, Basil is ranked 1837th most popular boy name in the US, in 2022.
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