Search comprehensively and find the name meaning of Basil and its name origin or of any other name in our database. Also note the spelling and the pronunciation of the name Basil and check the initials of the name with your last name to discover how it looks and sounds.The history and meaning of the name Basil is fascinating, learn more about it.ronunciation: (BAZ il); (BAY zul). Form of: Basilius. The meaning of the name “Basil” is: “Like a King”. .adslot_1 { width: 336px; height: 280px; } @media (max-width:350px) { .adslot_1 { width: 300px; height: 250px; } }.