Vasily

“royal, kingly” — Associated with leadership

Russia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#14036US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

103All-time births

📅 Since 197800

How to pronounce Vasily

VAS·ul·ee

/ˈvæs.əl.iː/ · stress on VAS · 3 syllables

“royal, kingly”

Associated with leadership · Russia origin

What does Vasily mean and where does it come from?

Василий (Vasiliy) is a common male name in Russia derived from the Greek name Βασίλειος (Basileios). It has been borne by several saints and notable historical figures in Russia, including Tsar Vasily III. The name signifies nobility and is traditionally associated with leadership.

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #6137 in 2018 — currently #14036 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Vasily?

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

Vasily Grace

How popular is Vasily right now?

Falling — down 106 spots — currently #14036 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#14036 · Top 10%

2015

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#14036	5	▼ down 106
2021	#13930	5	▼ down 1509
2020	#12421	5	▼ down 1378 · -17% births
2015	#11043	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Vasily

Best Year2015Rank #11043

Peak Count6

Average Rank#12858

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Vasily

Vasily is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 103 total births recorded, Vasily remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11043 in 2015, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14036 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Vasily in 2018:

Liam Noah William James Oliver

Vasily by decade

Vasily peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1990s	10
2000s	22
2010s ★	61
2020s	5

💎Vasily has only 103 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Vasily?

BULGARIAN

Vasko

ENGLISH

BRITISH(BazBazza

GEORGIAN

Vaso

GREEK

Vaso

What names sound and feel like Vasily?

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

Vasili

Russia · Greek

Vasiliy

Russia · Royal, Kingly

Vasil

Bulgaria · royal

Bahily

Arabic · A Arabic name

Raily

American · English

Daily

English · daily, happening every

Baily

English · bailiff or steward

Valik

Russia · strong, valiant.

How is Vasily written in other languages?

Василий

Russian

What are the girl versions of Vasily?

Vasilka BULGARIAN Vaska BULGARIAN Kiki GREEK Vasiliki GREEK Vasa MACEDONIAN Vasilija MACEDONIAN Vasilka MACEDONIAN Vaska MACEDONIAN Vasilica ROMANIAN Vasilisa RUSSIAN Vasilija SERBIAN Vasylyna UKRAINIAN Wasylyna UKRAINIAN

Common questions about the name Vasily

What does the name Vasily mean?

Vasily means "royal, kingly" — a name rooted in Russia 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 Vasily?

Vasily is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Vasily?

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

How do you pronounce the name Vasily?

Vasily is a three-syllable name pronounced V AE1 S AH0 L IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Vasily?

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