How Many People Are Named Basile?

Complete statistics for the name Basile: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Basile
Rare
Greek

Basile is a very rare name, with only 39 total US births ever and 34 people alive today. That's 1 in 9,832,224 Americans. It peaked in 2018 with 7 births and most people named Basile are under 30.

~7,101
Living in US
1 in 46,676
Americans
2018
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Kingly or royal
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Dignified Confident Generous Thoughtful
3
Life Path Number

The number 3 is traditionally linked to creativity, self-expression, and social charm. People with this life path number tend to be optimistic communicators who inspire others through their ideas and enthusiasm.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

51,727
Worldwide Bearers
#17,970
Global Rank
🇨🇩 DR Congo
15,003
🇧🇯 Benin
11,393
🇨🇲 Cameroon
10,037
🇹🇬 Togo
2,555
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
2,232
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
2,110
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
2,081
🇫🇷 France
1,221
🇲🇱 Mali
994
🇹🇩 Chad
865

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
34 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 27
29
Would be under 30 (74%)
5
Would be 30–60 (13%)
5
Would be over 60 (13%)

All 39 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2018

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
38
Classic Feel
6
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Basile Through the Generations

The name Basile has a unique journey, with just 39 total US births but 34 people still alive today, making it incredibly rare. It peaked in 2018 with 7 births, showing a burst of interest in this modern name. The age distribution tells a compelling story, with 74% of Basiles being under 30, indicating its strong presence among younger generations. This contrasts sharply with the relatively small number of older individuals, suggesting a recent surge in popularity. The stable trend since then adds to the intrigue, as it hasn't waned despite the initial spike. The significant gap between all-time births and current living bearers highlights the transient nature of its popularity, with many names coming and going but few sticking around for long.

✨ Similar Names to Basile

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Basile's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Basile

How Many People Have the Name Basile?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7,101 people in the United States currently share the name Basile. That works out to roughly 1 in every 46,676 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Basile a Common or Rare Name?

Basile is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Basile Mean?

Basile means "Kingly or royal" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Basile in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Basile Most Popular?

The name Basile reached peak popularity in 2018, with 7 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Basile?

Approximately 7,101 people named Basile live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7,101. That works out to roughly 1 in 46,676 Americans.

Is Basile a rare name?

Basile is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 46,676 Americans has this name.

What does the name Basile mean?

Basile means "Kingly or royal" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Basile more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Basile are male and 0% are female.

When was Basile most popular?

Basile peaked in 2018 with 7 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US7,101
All-Time Births7,101
1 in X1 in 46,676
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age27
Peak Year2018
World Rank#17,970
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.