Basilio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Basilio originates from the Greek name Basilios, meaning king or royal. It evolved through various forms in history, retaining its regal connotation. The name has no direct biblical relevance but has been embraced in many cultures, especially within Christian communities. Its variants include Basil and Basile, and it is currently perceived as a classic name associated with leadership and nobility.
The name Basilio is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Basilio has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Basilio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2151st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2014th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1805th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2118th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3041st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5497th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7388th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Basilio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Basilio"
Pronunciation
/bəˈzɪlioʊ/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Basilio is derived from the Greek name 'Basilios', which is related to the word 'basileus', meaning 'king' or 'royal'.
Meaning
king, royal
Language Evolution
Basilios (Greek), Basil (English), Basileus (Ancient Greek)
Historical Usage
Basilio has been used since the early Christian era, gaining popularity in various cultures, particularly in Spain and Italy, due to its association with saintly figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Basil, Basilio, Basilios, Basile
Modern Popularity & Image
Basilio is viewed as a classic name with royal connotations, often associated with nobility and leadership.
Famous People
Basilio Pacheco, a prominent musician, Saint Basil of Caesarea, an influential Christian bishop, Basilio de Gálvez, a notable Spanish painter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Basilio"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Basilio"
"Basilio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2151st of 7545 | 226 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2014th of 6773 | 245 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1805th of 7552 | 358 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2118th of 10718 | 315 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3041st of 16616 | 301 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5497th of 24088 | 227 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7388th of 23106 | 127 |
Regional Popularity of "Basilio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
46.83% 1108th/2366 |
68.30% 780th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
45.13% 1062nd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
56.09% 1363rd/2430 |
38.21% 1090th/2853 |
40.86% 1134th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
35.79% 1259th/3518 |
30.09% 1217th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
34.41% 1787th/5194 |
31.57% 1994th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
51.50% 3766th/7313 |
44.14% 3294th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Basilio" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Basilio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Basilio" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.