Cebastian

“from the family of Sebastos”

Spain origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9920US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

186All-time births

📅 Since 199200

How to pronounce Cebastian

see·EE·BASCH·in

/ˌsiː.ˈiː.ˈbæstʃ.ɪn/ · stress on EE · 4 syllables

“from the family of Sebastos”

Spain origin · Boy name

What does Cebastian mean and where does it come from?

Cebastian is a variation of the name Sebastian, which has Greek origins and means 'venerable' or 'revered'. It has been popular in many countries, particularly in Spain and Italy. Famous bearers include Saint Sebastian, a Christian martyr, and Cebastian is often used in modern variations of the name

Cultural significance

Cebastian has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the family of sebastos.

Peak popularity

Reached #6176 in 2014 — currently #9920 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cebastian?

Cebastian works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Cebastian Grace

How popular is Cebastian right now?

Rising fast — up 1185 spots — currently #9920 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#9920 · Top 7.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9920	7	▲ up 1185 · +17% births
2022	#11105	6	▼ down 85
2021	#11020	6	▼ down 1995 · -25% births
2020	#9025	8	▼ down 1749 · -27% births
2015	#7276	11	▲ up 1224 · +22% births
2010	#8500	9	▼ down 438
2005	#8062	9	▲ up 749 · +29% births
2000	#8811	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cebastian

Best Year2015Rank #7276

Peak Count11

Average Rank#9215

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Cebastian

Cebastian is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 186 total births recorded, Cebastian remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8811 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9920 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cebastian in 2014:

Noah Liam Mason Jacob William

Cebastian by decade

Cebastian peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	11
2000s	73
2010s ★	94
2020s	8

💎Cebastian has only 186 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cebastian?

Common

CebCebieCebyAstian

What names sound and feel like Cebastian?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Cebastian also consider these

Greece · Venerable, revered, or

Castian

Spain · Variant of the

Celarian

Latin · A Latin name

Cristian

Spain · A follower of

Sybastian

Latin · Latin

Common questions about the name Cebastian

What does the name Cebastian mean?

Cebastian means "from the family of Sebastos" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Cebastian?

Cebastian is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Cebastian?

Cebastian originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Cebastian?

Cebastian is a four-syllable name pronounced S IY2 IY1 B AE1 S CH IH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Cebastian?

Cebastian pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.