Vasileios
Greek · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Vasileios
Vasileios means "royal" or "kingly," derived from the Greek word "basileus" (βασιλεύς), which literally refers to a king or ruler.
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Etymology
Vasileios means "royal" or "kingly," derived from the Greek word "basileus" (βασιλεύς), which literally refers to a king or ruler. The name has been borne by Byzantine emperors and saints, most notably Saint Basil the Great (4th century), a prominent Church Father who shaped Christian theology and monasticism.
Vasileios currently ranks #10,733 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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