Vasiliki

Vasiliki is a female first name that is considered a modern Greek form of the name Vasilia, which represents the feminine variant of Vasili. This name has its roots in the Greek designations Basileus (Βασιλευς) and Basileios (Βασιλειος).

What does the name Vasiliki mean?

The first name Vasiliki is a contemporary Greek variation of the name Vasilia, representing the feminine form of Vasili. It ultimately derives from the ancient Greek names Basileus (Βασιλευς) and Basileios (Βασιλειος). Vasiliki means 'the Royal' or 'the Queen'. The origins of the name can be found in the ancient Greek language, derived from the word basileús (βᾰσῐλεύς), which stands for 'the king', 'the chief', 'the master', 'the lord', and 'the patron', as well as from the term basíleios (βασίλειος), meaning 'royal'. The name became popular through the veneration of Saint Basil, the Archbishop of Caesarea. Other variants include Basilea, Basilia, Basilisa, Basilissa, Bazilea, Vasilica, Vasilena, Vasilisa, Vasilissa, Vasilija, Vasilina, Vasilka, Vassilia, and Vassiliki. In Germany, the short form Basil is the most common, while in Spain, the name appears as Basilio. The Russian and Slavic variant is Wassili. Other male forms include Basilius, Basilic, Basilides, Basilus, Basiel, Bazil, Bazyli, and Basileo. Additional variants include Vasileios, Vasile, Vassileios, and Wasilios.

Where does the name Vasiliki come from?

The name Vasiliki has its origin in ancient Greek and means 'the Royal'.

How do you pronounce Vasiliki?

The pronunciation of Vasiliki is melodious and consists of four to five syllables. It is pronounced as 'Va-si-li-ki' [vaziˈliːki] and creates a clear rhythm characterized by bright i-sounds and soft consonants. The repeated i-syllables give the name a certain lightness and dynamism. Thus, Vasiliki appears lively, sonorous, and multifaceted – rhythmic and present.

When is the name day of Vasiliki?

The name day for Vasiliki is celebrated on January 2.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Vasiliki enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 2,723rd on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 2011, reaching 678th place. Over the last ten years, Vasiliki has been given as a first name about 220 times, placing it 1,508th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,503rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Aliki / Vas / Vasi / Vasia / Vaso / Vasoula / Vasula / Vicky

Similar first names

Famous people

• Vasiliki Angelopoulou (swimmer from Greece)
• Vasiliki Arvaniti (beach volleyball player from Greece)
• Vasiliki Karagiorgos (singer from Australia)
• Vasiliki Maliaros (Greek actress)
• Vasiliki Papathanassiou (Vicky Leandros) (singer)
• Vasiliki Roussi (actress)
• Vasiliki Toussa (actress)