Theo
Gift of God (through Theodore)
From Sebaste; associated with the Greek word for venerable
Boy
Sebastian
Venerable
Meaning
Sebastian is a masculine name derived from the Latin Sebastianus, meaning from Sebaste, an ancient city in Asia Minor. The city name is connected with the Greek word sebastos, meaning venerable or revered. Sebastian became established in European naming traditions through Christian history, particularly through Saint Sebastian, a Roman soldier and martyr. The name's elegant sound and long literary and cultural history have made it familiar in the United States and elsewhere. At Baby Name Care, we explore a name's historical roots and cultural significance, and Sebastian offers a refined choice with classical heritage.
Origin & Background
The name Sebastian is associated with Latin, Greek place-name roots, Greek.
Cultural / Religious associations
Pronunciation
suh-BAS-chun
/səˈbæs.tʃən/
Numerology
Pythagorean
9
Chaldean
7
Lucky Number
9
Name Style
Variations
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