Basil
/bazuhl/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Basil is a English name meaning "Kingly". The name Basil derives from the Greek word 'basileus' (βασιλεύς) meaning 'king'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic bazuhl
IPA bæzəl
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as bazuhl. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Basil
- · Saint Basil the Great - Early Church Father
- · Basil Rathbone - Actor
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