Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Basil
Resurgent
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1924
Peak births
281
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19242025
Quick answers about Basil
How many people are named Basil?
An estimated 5,684 living Americans are named Basil.
How rare is Basil?
Basil is uncommon among babies today, with 74 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 73.7% from its 1924 peak.
How old is the typical Basil?
The median age of a living American named Basil is approximately 49 years, with most bearers falling between 25 and 70 years old.
Is Basil still popular?
Yes — Basil is currently rising in popularity, with 74 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.4× higher than the previous decade.
Peak year
1924
Decline from peak
73.7%
2025
74
All-time
13,172