Basil vs Cyril

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Basil

Boy #2,026 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"king, royal"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #3,001 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lordly, masterful"

Origin: Greek

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Basil Rank #2,026

Cyril Rank #3,001

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 vs #3001 for Cyril.

Is Basil or Cyril more popular?

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 compared to Cyril at #3001 in the United States.

What do Basil and Cyril mean?

Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin). Cyril means "lordly, masterful" (Greek origin).

Are Basil and Cyril boy or girl names?

Basil is primarily a boy name. Cyril is primarily a boy name.