Origin and Meaning of Sebastijan

Venerable; revered

Origin: Greek - Derived from the Greek name 'Sebastos', which means 'venerable' or 'revered'. It's related to the Latin 'Sebastianus', indicating origin from the town of Sebaste.

• Sebastijan is a variation of the name Sebastian, popular in various Slavic and Balkan countries, reflecting regional preferences in naming.
• In countries like Croatia and Slovenia, Sebastijan is a traditional name, often celebrated on Saint Sebastian's feast day.
• Notable bearers include Sebastijan Pilej (an accomplished Croatian artist) and Sebastijan Vukovic (a prominent Slovenian musician).
• Popularity of the name Sebastijan has been steadily rising in the 21st century in Slavic countries, often influenced by cultural events and media.
• Related names include Sebastian, Sebastien, and its diminutive forms like Seb and Bas.