Sebastian
Sebastian is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Venerable, revered, or inhabitant of Sebaste.
Origin and history
Sebastian originates from the Greek name Sebastianos, meaning person from Sebaste or revered one. It gained popularity in Europe due to Saint Sebastian and has become a staple top-20 male name in the United States in recent years. Today, it is widely appreciated for its classic, international appeal.
Popularity in the United States
218,055 babies in the United States have been named Sebastian since 1880. It ranks #173 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #13.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21.7 %)
- TX (16 %)
- FL (8.5 %)
- NY (7 %)
- IL (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 34 |
| 1890-1900 | 43 |
| 1900-1910 | 89 |
| 1910-1920 | 838 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,231 |
| 1930-1940 | 774 |
| 1940-1950 | 574 |
| 1950-1960 | 500 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,113 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,413 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,839 |
| 1990-2000 | 14,599 |
| 2000-2010 | 53,866 |
| 2010-2019 | 86,688 |
| 2020-2029 | 53,454 |
Famous people named Sebastian
- Sebastian Stan: Actor
- Sebastian Vettel: Racing Driver
- Sebastian Bach: Singer
Nicknames
Seb, Sebby, Bastian
Fun facts
- The name derives from Sebaste, a city named after the Greek word sebastos, which was a translation of the Latin title Augustus.
- Sebastian has experienced significant growth in popularity, consistently ranking among the top 20 boys' names in the U.S. during the 2020s.