Basile
French · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Basile
Basile derives from the Greek name Basilios, which comes from the word "basileus" (βασιλeus) meaning "king" or "royal." The name has roots in ancient Greek and carries the sense of kingly authority or sovereignty.
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Etymology
Basile derives from the Greek name Basilios, which comes from the word "basileus" (βασιλeus) meaning "king" or "royal." The name has roots in ancient Greek and carries the sense of kingly authority or sovereignty.
The name is primarily used in French, Italian, and other Romance language cultures, with strong historical ties to Eastern Orthodox Christianity through Saint Basil the Great (4th century), a major theological figure; it also appears in Catholic traditions and was notably borne by various European nobility and saints throughout medieval and modern history.
Basile currently ranks #1,204 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1936.
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