Boy Name · Greek Origin
Basilio
Basilio is a boy baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Royal, kingly". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Basilio often also consider Basil.
Basilio meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Royal, kingly
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Basilio to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Basilio as B·A·S·I·L·I·O, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Basilio is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Basilio variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Basilioa, Basilioe, Basilioy, Basili.
- Nicknames: Basi and B.
- Middle names: Pair Basilio with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Basilio middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Basil, Buckley, Biagio, Benicio, Braulio — full picks on the sibling names for Basilio guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Basilio? Browse our names like Basilio guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Basilio
What does the name Basilio mean?
Basilio means "Royal, kingly" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Basilio?
Basilio originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Basilio?
Basilio has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Basilio a boy's or girl's name?
Basilio is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Basilio in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Basilio sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Basilio?
Names that share Basilio's sound and style include Basil, Buckley, Biagio, Benicio, Braulio.
What middle names pair well with Basilio?
Good middle-name fits for Basilio pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Basilio is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Basilio is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Basilio?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Basilio share its rhythm without rhyming — Basil, Buckley, Biagio all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.