Vasyl: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Vasyl · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Vasyl: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«King, royal»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Greek
Popularity
74 out of 100
Where Vasyl is popular
- UkraineMinistry of Justice of Ukraine, Department of State RegistrationTop 50
Rankings come from each country’s official birth statistics. Where a statistics office publishes no ranked list, we show that a name is popular rather than estimating a position.
About the Name Vasyl
With its Greek heritage, Vasyl has long been valued for its meaning, "King, royal." It is the kind of boy's name that carries a clear story parents can pass on.
In everyday speech Vasyl is said Vasyl (2 syllables). Vasyl is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Василь.
Today Vasyl is a steadily chosen option, scoring 74 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as royal.
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Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Vasyl mean?+
The name Vasyl means "King, royal".
What is the origin of the name Vasyl?+
Vasyl is a name of Greek origin.
Is Vasyl a girl or boy name?+
Vasyl is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Vasyl?+
Vasyl is pronounced Vasyl (2 syllables).
Is Vasyl a popular name?+
Vasyl is a steadily chosen option, scoring 74 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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