"venerable, revered"
Origin: Greek
Language: French
Sebastien
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The French soul of a venerable saint's name
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Meaning & Origin
"man from Sebastia"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Sebastien
Sebastien is the French form of Sebastian, derived from the Latin 'Sebastianus,' meaning 'man from Sebaste.' Sebaste was an ancient city in Asia Minor whose name came from the Greek 'sebastos,' meaning venerable or revered. Saint Sebastian, a 3rd-century Roman martyr, made the name famous throughout the Christian world.
Sebastien has been consistently popular in France and French-speaking Belgium for decades. The spelling without the accent mark it as distinctly French, though many English-speaking families also use this form.
Saint Sebastian is one of the most depicted saints in Western art, a patron of athletes and soldiers. In French culture, Sebastien remains a name of quiet classical elegance.
Historical Record
Sebastien first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 4,001 babies have been named Sebastien in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sebastien is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,847 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saint Sebastian survived being shot with arrows and became an icon of Renaissance art
- Sebastien Loeb is considered the greatest rally driver of all time with 9 World Rally Championship titles
Sebastien in Other Languages
French
Sebastien
German
Sebastian
Polish
Sebastian
Italian
Sebastiano
Spanish
Sebastian
Popularity Over Time
#1,847
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Sebastien Chabal
Athlete
1977
French rugby union player known as 'The Caveman' for his powerful play and distinctive appearance
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Sebastien Loeb
Athlete
1974
French rally driver, 9-time World Rally Championship winner and the most successful driver in WRC history
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Sebastian Michaelis Fictional
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,847
- Total SSA Count
- 88
- Cultural Origins
- French Belgian Spanish English
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Seb
Bastien
Basti
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sebastien
What does the name Sebastien mean?
"venerable, revered" (from Greek). "man from Sebastia" (from Latin). Sebastien is the French form of Sebastian, derived from the Latin 'Sebastianus,' meaning 'man from Sebaste.' Sebaste was an ancient city in Asia Minor whose name came from the Greek 'sebastos,' meaning venerable or revered. Saint Sebastian, a 3rd-century Roman martyr, made the name famous throughout the Christian world.
What is the origin of the name Sebastien?
Sebastien has Greek, Latin, French, Belgian, Spanish, and English origins. In Greek, it means "venerable, revered". In Latin, it means "man from Sebastia".
Is Sebastien a boy or girl name?
Sebastien is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Sebastien?
Sebastien is currently ranked #1847 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sebastien?
Common nicknames for Sebastien include Seb, Bastien, and Basti.
What are good middle names for Sebastien?
Popular middle name pairings include Sebastien James, Sebastien Louis, Sebastien Charles, Sebastien Henri, Sebastien Alexandre, and Sebastien Raphael.
What are good sibling names for Sebastien?
Names that pair well with Sebastien as siblings include Camille, Julien, Margaux, Raphael, Eloise, and Tristan.
How many syllables does Sebastien have?
Sebastien has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Sebastien a common or rare name?
Sebastien is an uncommon name, ranked #1847 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Sebastien?
Are there other spellings for Sebastien?
Related spellings include Sebastian.
About the Name Sebastien
Sebastien is a boy name with French, Belgian, Spanish, and English origins . The name means "venerable, revered" in Greek .
Sebastien is currently ranked #1,847 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Sebastien has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Sebastien include Seb, Bastien, and Basti. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sebastien include Sebastian . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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