Name meaning & originSebastián
/seh-bas-TYAHN/
Sebastián is a Spanish, Greek boy's name pronounced /seh-bas-TYAHN/. This classic name literally translates to 'venerable' or 'revered'.
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Meaning of Sebastián
This classic name literally translates to 'venerable' or 'revered'.
It is derived from the Greek name Sebastianos, meaning 'from Sebaste'. Sebaste was a common city name in the Roman Empire, named in honor of Augustus Caesar, as 'Sebastos' is the Greek translation of the Latin title 'Augustus'. The name gained widespread popularity in Christendom due to the third-century martyr Saint Sebastian.
- Origin
- Spanish, Greek
- Pronunciation
- /seh-bas-TYAHN/
Cultural background
It is currently one of the most popular names throughout Spain and Latin America, frequently appearing in top baby name charts in countries like Mexico, Chile, and Colombia.
Variations & nicknames
- Sebastian
- Sebas
- Bastián
- Sebastiano
- Bastian
Famous people named Sebastián
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Sebastián Piñera
Two-time President of Chile
Politics · 21st Century
Sebastián Yatra
Award-winning Colombian singer and songwriter
Music · Modern
Sebastián Rulli
Famous Argentine-Mexican actor and model
Film · Modern
Sebastián Abreu
Professional Uruguayan footballer known as 'El Loco'
Sport · Late 20th/Early 21st Century
Sebastián Vizcaíno
Spanish explorer of the California coast
History · 16th-17th Century
Frequently asked about Sebastián
- What is the English equivalent of Sebastián?
- The English equivalent is Sebastian, which is spelled without the acute accent on the 'a'.
- Is Sebastián a common name?
- Yes, it is highly popular in Spanish-speaking cultures and has seen a significant rise in usage in the United States.
- What are common nicknames for Sebastián?
- The most common short forms are Sebas, Bastian, or Chancho in some specific regional contexts.
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