Royal or kingly
Vasilios is the modern Greek form of the name Basil, which originates from the Greek word 'basileus'. It has long been associated with leadership and royalty within Greek culture and the Orthodox Church.
Less common today
Vasilios isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,454 in 1990.
Greek professional footballer
Greek professional basketball player
Greek chess grandmaster
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
