Samuel vs Sebastian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Samuel Rank #17
Sebastian Rank #14

Sebastian is more popular, ranked #14 vs #17 for Samuel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Samuel ___

  • Samuel James
  • Samuel Thomas
  • Samuel Alexander
  • Samuel Joseph
  • Samuel Edward
  • Samuel Grey

Sebastian ___

  • Sebastian James
  • Sebastian Alexander
  • Sebastian Cole
  • Sebastian Grey
  • Sebastian Patrick
  • Sebastian Ray

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Samuel

Eleanor Hannah Nathan Rebecca Elijah

If you choose Sebastian

Olivia Valentina Maximilian Eleanor Isadora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samuel or Sebastian more popular?

Sebastian is more popular, ranked #14 compared to Samuel at #17 in the United States.

What do Samuel and Sebastian mean?

Samuel means "name of God" (Hebrew origin). Sebastian means "from Sebastia" (Latin origin).

Are Samuel and Sebastian boy or girl names?

Samuel is primarily a boy name. Sebastian is primarily a boy name.

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