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Boy Name

Vasily

"Kingly or royal, derived from the ancient Greek word for king."

About the Name Vasily

Meaning

Kingly or royal, derived from the ancient Greek word for king.

Origin

Greek

Gender

Boy

First Letter

V

Vasily is a boy name of Greek origin. The name means "Kingly or royal, derived from the ancient Greek word for king." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with V or explore other Greek names.

Popularity Over Time

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1950
--
1960
#5
1970
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1980
#10
1990
#22
2000
#61
2010
#15
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Vasily

  • VK Vasily Kandinsky (artist)
  • VS Vasily Smyslov (chess grandmaster)

Names Similar to Vasily

Basil

Boy

Basilio

Boy

Greek origin from Basilius, meaning 'regal' or 'kingly,' derived from basileus (king).

Quick Facts

Syllables
3
Letters
6
Starts with
V
Origin
Greek

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