Basil
Name meaning, origin, pronunciation, and popularity rankings
Pronunciation Breakdown
Detailed phonetic analysis of how to say Basil
Syllables (2)
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Structure
Usability
Easy to pronounce
Works well across languages
Name Personality
Key Characteristics
Balanced and versatile
Balanced rhythm
Mix of vowels and consonants
Easy for most speakers
Works across cultures
Part of this name family
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Name Statistics
How does Basil compare to the average name?
Basil is easier than average by 3.0 points.
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Names related to Basil (root: basil)
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Basil belongs to a family of 30 related names.Showing 15 most common variations.
noun 1. any of several Old World tropical aromatic annual or perennial herbs of the genus Ocimum
noun 2. (Roman Catholic Church) the bishop of Caesarea who defended the Roman Catholic Church against the heresies of the 4th century; a saint and Doctor of the Church (329-379)
noun 3. leaves of the common basil; used fresh or dried
Primary Theme
Conveys strength, nobility, or divine favor
Theme Distribution
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Life Path Number
Deep thinkers who seek truth, knowledge, and spiritual understanding.
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Sound Composition
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Numerology Breakdown
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| Country | Gender | Rank | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | boy | #1000 | 1971-1971 |
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