Sebastien Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sebastien is a name of Latin origin, stemming from 'Sebastianus', meaning 'from Sebaste'. It evolved through various languages and forms, maintaining its association with reverence. The name has biblical ties through Saint Sebastian and gained popularity during the Middle Ages. Today, it is viewed as a classic and elegant name, with various common variants.
The name Sebastien is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sebastien has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling 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, 'Sebastien' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2150th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1191st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1585th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sebastien' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sebastien"
Pronunciation
/sɛˈbæstiən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Sebastien derives from the Latin name 'Sebastianus', which means 'from Sebaste', a city in Asia Minor. The name is linked to Saint Sebastian, a Christian martyr.
Meaning
venerable, revered
Language Evolution
Sebastianus (Latin), Sebastianos (Greek), Sebastien (French), Sebastiaan (Dutch)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian world during the Middle Ages due to the influence of Saint Sebastian, who became a popular saint in Western Christianity.
Variants & Derivatives
Sebastian, Basti, Seb, Bastian
Modern Popularity & Image
Sebastien is perceived as a sophisticated and classic name, often associated with elegance and a strong cultural heritage.
Famous People
Sebastien Bourdais, French racing driver, Sebastien Loeb, French rally driver, Sebastien Chabal, French rugby player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sebastien"
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 "Sebastien"
"Sebastien" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4718th of 10718 | 76 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2150th of 16616 | 498 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1191st of 24088 | 2,149 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1585th of 23106 | 1,278 |
Regional Popularity of "Sebastien" 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) |
- |
28.11% 1258th/4475 |
38.06% 1977th/5194 |
31.82% 2010th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.49% 1947th/4582 |
15.43% 797th/5164 |
17.80% 1302nd/7313 |
13.86% 1034th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.05% 2711th/3984 |
28.28% 1269th/4487 |
23.83% 1626th/6822 |
22.48% 1411th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Sebastien" 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 "Sebastien"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sebastien" 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.