Vasilii
Vasilii is a masculine given name, most commonly encountered as a transliteration of the Russian name Василий. It is used in Russia and other Slavic-speaking countries, with related forms in Ukrainian, Belarusian, Bulgarian, and Polish. English-language renderings include Vasilii, Vasiliy, Vasily, and Vasili.
The name derives from the Greek Basileios, meaning "kingly" or "royal." In Christian tradition, its popularity
Variants and usage across languages include Ukrainian Vasyl, Bulgarian Vasil, and Polish Bazyli, among others. The
Notable bearers include historical rulers of Moscow named Vasilii, such as Vasili III (r. 1505–1533) and Vasili
Overall, Vasilii remains a traditional Slavic masculine name with royal and Christian associations, continuing to appear