Origin and Meaning of Sabastian

Venerable, revered

Origin: Latin - Derived from the Latin name 'Sebastianus', which comes from the Greek 'Sebastos', meaning 'venerable' or 'revered'.

• The name Sabastian is often considered a variation of the more commonly known name Sebastian.
• Sebastian has roots in both Latin and Greek and is associated with early Christian saints, particularly Saint Sebastian, a martyr who is traditionally depicted in art as being shot with arrows.
• Notable bearers include the influential Church Father Saint Sebastian, along with musicians like Sebastian Bach and contemporary celebrities like Sebastian Stan.
• In recent years, the name Sabastian has seen a rise in popularity as parents look for unique spelling variations of traditional names.
• Related names include Sebastian, Sabastion, and other variations such as Sebastien (French) and Bastian (a common short form).