Sebastien
Sebastien is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Latin and French origin, meaning “Venerable, revered”.
| Meaning | Venerable, revered |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Latin and French |
| Pronunciation | say-bahs-TYAN |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | France, Canada, Belgium, Switzerland |
Meaning and origin of Sebastien
Sébastien is the French form of Sebastian, from the Latin Sebastianus, 'man from Sebaste'. That town's name comes from the Greek sebastos, 'venerable', the Greek translation of the imperial title Augustus. The name owes its fame to Saint Sebastian, a third-century Roman martyr often painted pierced by arrows. In France it peaked in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s.
Is Sebastien a Christian name?
Sébastien is a Christian name honouring Saint Sebastian, an early martyr venerated as a patron of soldiers, athletes and those suffering from plague.
How popular is Sebastien?
Widespread among French men born in the later twentieth century, now less common for babies.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sebastien mean?
Sebastien means 'Venerable, revered'. It is of Greek, via Latin and French origin.
Is Sebastien a Christian name?
Sébastien is a Christian name honouring Saint Sebastian, an early martyr venerated as a patron of soldiers, athletes and those suffering from plague.
How do you pronounce Sebastien?
Sebastien is pronounced say-bahs-TYAN.
Is Sebastien a boy or girl name?
Sebastien is usually a boy name.