Sebastian
Sebastian is a Christian boy name of Latin, from Greek origin, meaning “From Sebaste; venerable”.
| Meaning | From Sebaste; venerable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, from Greek |
| Written as | Σεβαστιανός |
| Pronunciation | seh-BAS-chun |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Sebastian
Sebastian comes from Latin Sebastianus, 'man from Sebaste', a city name based on Greek sebastos, 'venerable, revered', the Greek equivalent of Augustus. Saint Sebastian, a Roman soldier martyred around the year 288, is often painted bound to a tree and pierced by arrows. The name is used throughout Europe and Latin America and has become very popular in the English-speaking world.
Is Sebastian a Christian name?
Sebastian is a Christian saint's name; Saint Sebastian was venerated as a protector against plague and is a patron of soldiers and athletes.
How popular is Sebastian?
Popular across Europe, the Americas and Australia.
Gifts with the name Sebastian
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Spellings and variants of Sebastian
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sebastian mean?
Sebastian means 'From Sebaste; venerable'. It is of Latin, from Greek origin.
Is Sebastian a Christian name?
Sebastian is a Christian saint's name; Saint Sebastian was venerated as a protector against plague and is a patron of soldiers and athletes.
How do you pronounce Sebastian?
Sebastian is pronounced seh-BAS-chun.
Is Sebastian a boy or girl name?
Sebastian is usually a boy name.