Sabastian Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sabastian originates from the Greek name Sebastianos, meaning 'venerable' or 'revered.' It evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old French, to become the modern form used today. While it has no direct biblical background, it is linked to Saint Sebastian, which contributed to its historical popularity. The name is associated with traits of sophistication and creativity, making it well-regarded in contemporary culture.
The name Sabastian is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sabastian has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Sabastian' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4537th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2097th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1179th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2055th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sabastian' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sabastian"
Pronunciation
/səˈbæstʃən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Sabastian is derived from the Greek name 'Sebastianos,' which means 'from Sebastia.' Sebastia was an ancient city in Asia Minor, named after the Greek word 'sebastos,' meaning 'venerable' or 'revered.'
Meaning
venerable, revered
Language Evolution
Sebastianos (Greek), Sebastianus (Latin), Sebastian (Old French), Sabastian (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian tradition due to Saint Sebastian, a martyr from the early church, and saw significant use in medieval Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Sebastian, Bastian, Seb, Bas, Sabas
Modern Popularity & Image
Sabastian is often perceived as a classic and sophisticated name. It has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, often associated with artistic and creative individuals.
Famous People
Sebastian Bach – Canadian singer and musician, Sebastian Stan – Romanian-American actor, Saint Sebastian – early Christian martyr and saint
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sabastian"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sabastian"
"Sabastian" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4537th of 10718 | 83 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2097th of 16616 | 513 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1179th of 24088 | 2,173 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2055th of 23106 | 850 |
Regional Popularity of "Sabastian" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.44% 1822nd/3685 |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
38.68% 2009th/5194 |
36.17% 2285th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.60% 1127th/4582 |
27.87% 1439th/5164 |
17.08% 1249th/7313 |
16.05% 1198th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
58.73% 2340th/3984 |
55.85% 2506th/4487 |
30.08% 2052nd/6822 |
36.28% 2277th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Sabastian" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sabastian"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sabastian" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.