Maximillian vs Basil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maximillian

Boy #2,158 Most Popular 5 Syllables

"greatest"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #2,026 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"king, royal"

Origin: Greek

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Maximillian Rank #2,158

Basil Rank #2,026

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 vs #2158 for Maximillian.

Is Maximillian or Basil more popular?

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 compared to Maximillian at #2158 in the United States.

What do Maximillian and Basil mean?

Maximillian means "greatest" (Latin origin). Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin).

Are Maximillian and Basil boy or girl names?

Maximillian is primarily a boy name. Basil is primarily a boy name.