Basil
Basil is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Brave, fearless, valiant”.
| Meaning | Brave, fearless, valiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | باسل |
| Pronunciation | BAH-sil |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Syria, Jordan, Egypt, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Basil
Basil, properly Bāsil, is an Arabic name for someone brave and unafraid, particularly when facing danger. Its root b-s-l carries the sense of being bold and stern in battle. Despite the shared English spelling, it has nothing to do with the herb or the name Basil, which come from the Greek basileus, king. Arabic speakers lengthen the first vowel and say BAA-sil.
Is Basil a Muslim name?
Basil (Bāsil) is an Arabic name for a brave boy and is widely used by Muslims. It has no link to the Christian name Basil, which comes from Greek and is pronounced differently in Arabic.
How popular is Basil?
Popular in Syria, Jordan, Palestine, Egypt and the Gulf.
Gifts with the name Basil
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Basil
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Basil mean?
Basil means 'Brave, fearless, valiant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Basil a Muslim name?
Basil (Bāsil) is an Arabic name for a brave boy and is widely used by Muslims. It has no link to the Christian name Basil, which comes from Greek and is pronounced differently in Arabic.
How do you pronounce Basil?
Basil is pronounced BAH-sil.
Is Basil a boy or girl name?
Basil is usually a boy name.