"venerable, revered"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Sebastion
A saint name with royal bearing
English
French
German
Spanish
Polish
Classic
Elegant
Strong
Sophisticated
Royal
Meaning & Origin
"from Sebastia"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
The Story of Sebastion
Sebastian (alternate spelling: Sebastion) derives from the Greek Sebastos, meaning venerable or revered, the Greek translation of the Latin Augustus. The name was borne by Saint Sebastian, a 3rd-century Christian martyr who became one of the most depicted figures in Renaissance art. It spread widely through Catholic Europe due to its saintly associations.
Sebastian has been rising steadily in English-speaking countries since the 1990s. The crab character Sebastian in The Little Mermaid (1989) brought the name to American children, and it has continued rising to the US top 20.
Sebastian is deeply rooted in Catholic tradition as a martyr saint. In Latin America it remains perennially popular. In England it carries aristocratic connotations through characters like Sebastian Flyte in Brideshead Revisited.
Fun Facts
- Saint Sebastian is depicted in over 1,000 Renaissance paintings
- Sebastian has been a top-20 name in Spain for decades
- The crab Sebastian from The Little Mermaid helped popularize the name in the US
Sebastion in Other Languages
French
Sebastien
German
Sebastian
Polish
Sebastian
Italian
Sebastiano
Spanish
Sebastian
Portuguese
Sebastiao
Popularity Over Time
#5,232
Current Rank
Rising
Trend
Peaked 2000
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Sebastion
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Sebastian Stan
Actor
1982
Romanian-American actor known for playing Bucky Barnes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
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Sebastian Flyte Fictional
Other
Charming aristocratic protagonist of Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,232
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- English French German Spanish Polish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Seb
Bash
Bastian
Baz
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sebastion
What does the name Sebastion mean?
"venerable, revered" (from Greek). "from Sebastia" (from Latin). Sebastian (alternate spelling: Sebastion) derives from the Greek Sebastos, meaning venerable or revered, the Greek translation of the Latin Augustus. The name was borne by Saint Sebastian, a 3rd-century Christian martyr who became one of the most depicted figures in Renaissance art. It spread widely through Catholic Europe due to its saintly associations.
What is the origin of the name Sebastion?
Sebastion has Greek, Latin, English, French, German, Spanish, and Polish origins. In Greek, it means "venerable, revered". In Latin, it means "from Sebastia".
Is Sebastion a boy or girl name?
Sebastion is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Sebastion?
Sebastion is currently ranked #5232 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sebastion?
Common nicknames for Sebastion include Seb, Bash, Bastian, and Baz.
What are good middle names for Sebastion?
Popular middle name pairings include Sebastion James, Sebastion Alexander, Sebastion William, Sebastion Thomas, Sebastion Edward, Sebastion Henry, and Sebastion Charles.
What are good sibling names for Sebastion?
Names that pair well with Sebastion as siblings include Isabella, Olivia, Charlotte, Victoria, Nathaniel, Theodore, and Cordelia.
How many syllables does Sebastion have?
Sebastion has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Sebastion a common or rare name?
Sebastion is an uncommon name, ranked #5232 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Sebastion
Sebastion is a boy name with English, French, German, Spanish, and Polish origins . The name means "venerable, revered" in Greek .
Sebastion is currently ranked #5,232 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Sebastion has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Sebastion include Seb, Bash, Bastian, and Baz. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sebastion include Sebastian, Sebastien . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.