Royal or kingly
Derived from the Greek name Basileios, it shares the same root as the word 'basilica' and the herb 'basil'. It was a common name among early Christian saints and Byzantine emperors, signifying high status and leadership.
Less common today
Basilio isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,445 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Italian painter and ceramicist
Mexican politician and educator
A young boy and character in the novel 'Noli Me Tangere' · Noli Me Tangere
The music teacher in the opera 'The Barber of Seville' · The Barber of Seville
