An uncommon Greek pick — distinctive and rare.
Vasiliy is a boy's baby name of Greek origin, the Russian form of Basil, from the Greek Basileios, meaning 'royal' or 'kingly.' It has been borne by several Russian princes, saints, and the great 4th-century theologian St. Basil the Great.
Vasiliy carries centuries of Eastern Orthodox tradition and Russian cultural heritage. For families of Slavic or Russian background, it is a name of deep roots and quiet dignity — one that connects a child to a rich and storied lineage.
Vasiliy has 12+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1994.
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 9 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 23 | ▼ |
| 2000s | 29 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 15 | — |
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 9 | #8669 |
| 2014 | 7 | #10642 |
| 2013 | 5 | #13936 |
| 2012 | 5 | #14109 |
| 2010 | 6 | #12125 |
| 2008 | 5 | #14485 |
| 2007 | 8 | #9736 |
| 2004 | 8 | #8875 |
| 2001 | 8 | #8297 |
| 1998 | 5 | #11243 |
| 1995 | 5 | #10260 |
| 1994 | 5 | #10175 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1994–2020) · Methodology