Vasiliki Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vasiliki is a Greek name that means 'royal' and has its roots in the word for 'king.' Its language evolution includes forms from Ancient Greek through Latin. The name carries traits of nobility and tradition and has no biblical relevance. It has been popular in Greece since the Byzantine period and remains a common name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vasiliki"
Pronunciation
/vɑːsɪˈliːki/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Vasiliki derives from the Greek word 'vasilikos,' meaning 'royal' or 'kingly.' It is related to the word 'vasileus,' which means 'king.'
Meaning
royal
Language Evolution
Vasiliki (Modern Greek), Vasilika (Ancient Greek), Basilica (Latin), Basileus (Ancient Greek)
Historical Usage
Vasiliki has been used in Greece for centuries and gained popularity particularly in the Byzantine period as a name associated with royalty.
Variants & Derivatives
Vasilka, Vasili, Vasiliy, Basil
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary Greece, Vasiliki is a common name and is often associated with traditional values and heritage.
Famous People
Vasiliki Koutouki (Greek artist), Vasiliki Koutouzi (Greek politician)
📊 Vasiliki Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Vasiliki Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 35 peak births in 1976
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vasiliki"
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 "Vasiliki"
"Vasiliki" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7274th of 12526 | 45 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3033rd of 19264 | 368 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4072nd of 27321 | 371 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6870th of 35406 | 272 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8777th of 30306 | 145 |
Regional Popularity of "Vasiliki" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Vasiliki" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
69.49% 2041st/2937 |
42.32% 1474th/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
66.32% 2444th/3685 |
40.98% 1834th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
57.77% 2983rd/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Vasiliki"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vasiliki" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Vasiliki" in the United States
The name Vasiliki is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Vasiliki has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Vasiliki' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7989th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7274th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3033rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4072nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6870th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8777th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Vasiliki' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.