Origin and Meaning of Vassilios

Royal, kingly

Origin: Greek - Derived from the Greek word 'basileus' meaning 'king'.

• Vassilios is often associated with leadership and nobility, reflecting its meaning of 'kingly'.
• The name Vassilios is commonly used in Greek culture and is often given to boys born around the time of the Feast of St. Basil, a significant figure in the Greek Orthodox Church.
• Notable bearers of the name include Vassilios Mangafas, a prominent Greek contemporary artist, and Vassilis Spanoudakis, a famous Greek composer.
• In Greece, Vassilios has seen fluctuating popularity, often experiencing peaks during cultural or religious celebrations related to St. Basil.
• Related names include Basil, which shares the same root and meaning, as well as Vasilis, a more commonly used diminutive form in modern Greek.