Sebastien
Sebastien is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Venerable, revered, or person from Sebaste.
Origin and history
Sebastien is the French form of the Latin name Sebastianus, which derives from the Greek word 'sebastos' meaning venerable or revered. It has gained steady popularity in the United States as a stylish, international alternative to the standard English spelling Sebastian. While less common than Sebastian, it remains a recognized and elegant choice for boys in America.
Popularity in the United States
4,057 babies in the United States have been named Sebastien since 1880. It ranks #1976 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1437.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.2 %)
- NY (22.1 %)
- FL (21.3 %)
- TX (8.5 %)
- MA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 65 |
| 1980-1990 | 169 |
| 1990-2000 | 577 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,526 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,220 |
| 2020-2029 | 500 |
Famous people named Sebastien
- Sebastien Bourdais: Racing Driver
- Sebastien Izambard: Singer, Musician
- Sebastien Janikowski: Football Player
Nicknames
Seb, Bash, Sebby
Fun facts
- Sebastien is the classic French spelling of the Latin name Sebastianus.
- The original Greek term 'sebastos' was used as a translation for the Roman imperial title Augustus.