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BasiliIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Little King

Pronunciation: bah-SEE-lee

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Name
Basili
Meaning
Little King
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Greek, English, Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
bah-SEE-lee
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Basili mean?

Basili is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Little King". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: bah-SEE-lee. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

باسیلی

شجاع، جرأت مند، مضبوط

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

بasilī

الأسد الملكي الشجاع القوي

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

bah-SEE-lee

IPA

/ˌbɑːˈsiːli/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Basili is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Little King. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

GoldYellowRed

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: As a 6 Life Path, you are nurturing, loving, and caring. You are a teacher, healer, and a protector. You are artistic and creative, and you can easily express yourself through various mediums.

Personality

Personality Traits

ConfidentPowerfulLeaderIntrospectiveWiseReflective

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes leadership, royalty, and power.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In the Islamic world, the name Basili may have been adopted due to the historical interactions between the Islamic civilization and the Byzantine Empire, which was a major power in the eastern Mediterranean during the Middle Ages. The name may have been used as a result of cultural exchange or assimilation.
The spiritual significance of the name Basili in Islam is not directly linked to the name itself, but rather to the qualities and virtues associated with the idea of being a 'little king' or a leader in one's community. This name can serve as a reminder to be a just and compassionate leader, to serve others selflessly, and to uphold the values of the Islamic faith in all aspects of life.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Ibn Abd al-Hakam, A History of the Saracens, translated by H. R. Brasted. Philadelphia: University of Pennsylvania Press, 1932.

Early Islamic Period (7th-8th centuries)

Ibn al-Athir, The Complete History of al-Islam, translated by J. S. Trimingham. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press, 1963.

Middle Islamic Period (13th century)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Basili

Royal, brave, powerful, and courageous

🇵🇰Urdu

باسیلی

شجاع، جرأت مند، مضبوط

🇸🇦Arabic

بasilī

الأسد الملكي الشجاع القوي

🇮🇳Hindi

बासिली

शूरवीर, साहसी, बलवान

🇦🇫Pashto

باسلی

پښتو ته ورته ځواکمن

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