Basilisa
girl nameBasilisa entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #3394 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#3394
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3920 |
| 1930s | #3780 |
| 1970s | #9750 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Basilisa are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Basilisa alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Basilisa in 2025?
- Basilisa is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Basilisa most popular?
- Basilisa peaked in 1929, reaching #3394 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Basilisa with classmates?
- Basilisa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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