The name Bassil is of Arabic origin, derived from the Semitic root 'bsl', which means 'intelligence' or 'wisdom'. It was traditionally given to boys in honor of Saint Basil the Great, a theologian and bishop who lived in the 4th century AD. The name has gained popularity globally due to its unique sound and attractive meaning.
"The name Bassil experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks occurring in 1986, 1999, 2001, and 2004, each seeing 6 births. The highest year was 2007 with 8 births. However, it seems the name's popularity has been declining since then, with only 5 births in both 2010 and 2011."