UK boy's name
Basile
Of Greek origin, meaning "kingly" or "royal".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Basile is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Basile popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2016 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Basile. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Basile ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 3 boys were registered as Basile.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Basile as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2016
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Basile mean?
The name Basile has its origins in the Greek language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Greek word "basileus," which means "king" or "ruler." This connection to royalty and leadership is a central theme in the history and meaning of the name.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Basile can be found in the New Testament of the Bible. Basile was the name of one of the seven deacons mentioned in the Book of Acts, who assisted the Apostles in the early Christian church. This religious connection likely contributed to the name's popularity among early Christians.
In the 4th century AD, Basile the Great, also known as Saint Basil the Great, was a highly influential figure in the Eastern Orthodox Church. He was a renowned theologian, bishop, and one of the three Cappadocian Fathers, known for his significant contributions to the development of Christian theology and monastic traditions. His legacy has left a lasting impact on the name's association with faith and scholarship.
During the Byzantine Empire, the name Basile was commonly used among the ruling class and nobility. Several Byzantine emperors bore this name, including Basil I (811-886), who founded the Macedonian dynasty, and Basil II (958-1025), known as the "Bulgar-Slayer" for his military victories against the Bulgarians.
In the medieval period, the name Basile gained popularity across Europe, particularly in Italy and France. Basilius, a form of the name, was used by several notable figures, such as Basilius Besler (1561-1629), a German botanist and apothecary, and Basilius Valentinus, a renowned alchemist of the 15th century.
Other notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Basile include:
1. Basil of Caesarea (329-379), one of the most influential theologians andbishopsin the early Christian church. 2. Basile Baudez (1589-1671), a French painter known for his religious works and portraits. 3. Basile Mouratov (1892-1982), a Russian-born artist and book illustrator. 4. Basile Leka (1892-1963), an Albanian politician and Prime Minister of Albania from 1936 to 1939. 5. Basile Koudou (1923-2001), a Togolese politician and the first President of Togo from 1967 to 1969.
The name Basile has a rich history and has been carried by many influential figures throughout the centuries, reflecting its association with leadership, faith, and scholarship. Its Greek roots and cultural significance have contributed to its enduring popularity across various regions and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Basile over time
The chart below shows babies named Basile registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2016 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Basile, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Basile by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Basile was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4811 | 6 | 2 |
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- Bradley 30,230
- Brandon 26,411
- Billy 18,608
- Bobby 16,904
- Blake 16,337
- Bailey 16,014
- Brody 7,230
- Beau 6,722
- Barnaby 5,284
- Brodie 4,801
FAQ
Basile: questions and answers
How popular is the name Basile in the UK right now?
In 2022, Basile was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Basile most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 3 babies registered as Basile in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Basile?
Of Greek origin, meaning "kingly" or "royal".
How many people are called Basile in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Basile across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.