Basil vs Lyon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Basil

Boy #2,026 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"king, royal"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Eastern European Middle Eastern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,026
Total SSA Count
76
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Baz

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Basil Rank #2,026
Lyon Rank #1,890

Lyon is more popular, ranked #1890 vs #2026 for Basil.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Basil ___

  • Basil Oliver
  • Basil James
  • Basil Henry
  • Basil Edward
  • Basil George
  • Basil Frederick

Lyon ___

  • Lyon James
  • Lyon Alexander
  • Lyon Thomas
  • Lyon William
  • Lyon Cole
  • Lyon Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Basil

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If you choose Lyon

Sienna Paris Rowan Celeste Austen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Basil or Lyon more popular?

Lyon is more popular, ranked #1890 compared to Basil at #2026 in the United States.

What do Basil and Lyon mean?

Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin). Lyon means "lion" (French/Latin origin).

Are Basil and Lyon boy or girl names?

Basil is primarily a boy name. Lyon is primarily a boy name.

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