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Patronymic name (from a parent's given name)

The Vasile Family Name — Meaning & Origin

Vasile is most likely derived from a given name meaning 'king' or 'ruler.'

Origin

The surname Vasile is most commonly associated with Slavic and Balkan regions. It is derived from the given name Vasile, which itself comes from the Greek name Basileios, meaning 'king' or 'ruler.' This patronymic origin suggests it was originally used to denote 'son of Vasile.'

Values that often pair with this name

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