Queen or empress
Vasilisa is the feminine form of the Greek name Basil, which means kingly or royal. In Russian folklore, it is a name associated with wisdom and bravery, most famously appearing in the fairy tale 'Vasilisa the Beautiful'.
About 17 girls were named Vasilisa in 2025.
A wise and courageous heroine in Russian folklore · Russian Fairy Tales
A Moroi princess and central character · Vampire Academy
Russian professional tennis player
Legendary sixth wife of Ivan the Terrible
Popular Russian television presenter and astrologer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
