Sebastian: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: seh-BAS-chun · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Sebastian: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Venerable, revered»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Latin
Popularity
84 out of 100
About the Name Sebastian
Sebastian is a boy's name with Latin roots, traditionally understood to mean "Venerable, revered." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced seh-BAS-chun, Sebastian runs to 3 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Familiar short forms include Seb, Bash, Baz. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Sebastián, Sebastiano.
Today Sebastian is a well-loved favorite, with a popularity score of 84 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as classic, elegant. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Sebastian.
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FAQ
What does the name Sebastian mean?+
The name Sebastian means "Venerable, revered".
What is the origin of the name Sebastian?+
Sebastian is a name of Latin origin.
Is Sebastian a girl or boy name?+
Sebastian is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Sebastian?+
Sebastian is pronounced seh-BAS-chun (3 syllables).
What are common nicknames for Sebastian?+
Popular short forms include Seb, Bash, Baz.
Is Sebastian a popular name?+
Sebastian is a well-loved favorite, scoring 84 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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