Sebastiano
Sebastiano is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Venerable or person from Sebaste.
Origin and history
Sebastiano is the Italian form of the classical name Sebastianus, which originates from Greek roots. It historically refers to someone from the ancient city of Sebaste, a name derived from the Greek word meaning venerable or revered. In the United States, Sebastiano is a distinct, classic Italian choice that remains relatively rare compared to its English counterpart Sebastian.
Popularity in the United States
1,005 babies in the United States have been named Sebastiano since 1880. It ranks #3678 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1846.
States where it is most popular
- NY (60.5 %)
- MA (19.1 %)
- CT (17.2 %)
- CA (3.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 95 |
| 1920-1930 | 117 |
| 1930-1940 | 29 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 65 |
| 1970-1980 | 90 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 96 |
| 2000-2010 | 188 |
| 2010-2019 | 164 |
| 2020-2029 | 81 |
Famous people named Sebastiano
- Sebastiano Ricci: Painter
- Sebastiano Luperto: Athlete, Footballer
Nicknames
Seb, Basto
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the Greek word 'sebastos', which was used as a translation for the Roman imperial title Augustus.
- The name Sebaste was given to several ancient cities in honor of Emperor Augustus, including Sebaste in Cilicia and Samaria.