Stranger or foreign woman
Basia is a Polish diminutive of Barbara, which is derived from the Greek word 'barbaros'. It has traditionally been used as a standalone name in Poland and among the Polish diaspora. The name carries a sense of cultural heritage while offering a softer, more playful sound than its formal root.
Less common today
Basia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,227 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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