Etymology
The name Basel is derived from the Latin word "Basilia", which means "royal city".
Meaning
The name Basel therefore signifies a city that has been established under royal patronage or authority.
Origin
The city of Basel was originally a Roman military outpost known as "Augusta Rauricorum". The name Basel was first used in the 4th century AD, when the city was ruled by the Roman governor Valentinian I.
According to legend, Emperor Valentinian's daughter Valeria Messalina dreamed of a white dove sitting on a rock. She interpreted this as a sign that she should build a city on that spot. The city was named "Basilia" in her honor.
The name Basel evolved over time, from "Basilia" to "Basilea" and then to its modern form, "Basel".
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