Vasiliki

“Royal” — Associated with the Orthodox Christian holiday of Vasilis

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7610US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

1.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 192000

What does Vasiliki mean and where does it come from?

Vasiliki is a feminine form of the Greek name Vasilios, which is derived from 'vassalos', meaning 'king' or 'royal'. The name is traditionally associated with the Orthodox Christian holiday of Vasilis, celebrated on January 1st. Vasiliki is relatively common in Greece and is often shortened to Vaso.

Cultural significance

Vasiliki has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of royal.

Peak popularity

Reached #2328 in 1972 — currently #7610 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Vasiliki?

Vasiliki works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Vasiliki Grace

How popular is Vasiliki right now?

Rising fast — up 7502 spots — currently #7610 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#7610 · Top 5.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7610	15	▲ up 7502 · +150% births
2021	#15112	6	▼ down 4005 · -25% births
2020	#11107	8	▼ down 4109 · -53% births
2015	#6998	17	▲ up 5398 · +113% births
2010	#12396	8	▼ down 4853 · -47% births
2005	#7543	15	▼ down 2027 · -25% births
2000	#5516	20	▼ down 966 · -9% births
1995	#4550	22	▼ down 805 · -21% births
1990	#3745	28	▼ down 926 · -15% births
1985	#2819	33	▼ down 4 · +3% births
1980	#2815	32	▲ up 493 · +52% births
1975	#3308	21	▲ up 1022 · +62% births
1970	#4330	13	▲ up 1147 · +86% births
1965	#5477	7	▲ up 268 · +40% births
1920	#5745	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Vasiliki

Best Year1980Rank #2815

Peak Count33

Average Rank#6605

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1920 - 202315 years

The story of Vasiliki

Vasiliki entered American naming records in 1920 and has been in use for over 104 years. With 1,167 total births recorded, Vasiliki remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5745 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7610 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Vasiliki in 1972:

Jennifer Michelle Lisa Kimberly Amy

Vasiliki by decade

Vasiliki peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	10
1930s	5
1950s	11
1960s	94
1970s ★	264
1980s	240
1990s	223
2000s	175
2010s	137
2020s	8

💎With 1,167 total births, Vasiliki is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Vasiliki?

BULGARIAN

Vaska

GREEK

Kiki

MACEDONIAN

VasaVaska

ALBANIAN

Vasil

What names sound and feel like Vasiliki?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Vasiliki also consider these

Basiliki

Greece · royal

Vasilike

Greece · A feminine form

Vasilia

Greece · of the royal

Ageliki

Greece · Greek

Aggeliki

Greece · Messenger; angelic

Angeliki

Greece · Angel

Androniki

Greece · manly victory

Andreniki

Greece · manly, brave

How is Vasiliki written in other languages?

Βασιλικη

Greek

Common questions about the name Vasiliki

What does the name Vasiliki mean?

Vasiliki means "Royal" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Vasiliki?

Vasiliki is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Vasiliki have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Vasiliki?

Vasiliki originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Vasiliki?

Vasiliki pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Vasiliki trending right now?

Vasiliki is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.