Sevastian

“from Sebastia”

Greece origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8161US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

489All-time births

📅 Since 198800

How to pronounce Sevastian

SAY·VAST·EE·un

/ˈseɪ.ˈvæst.ˈiː.ən/ · stress on SAY · 4 syllables

“from Sebastia”

Greece origin · Boy name

What does Sevastian mean and where does it come from?

The name Sevastian is derived from the Greek name 'Sebastianos' (Σεπαστιανός), which means 'from Sebastia', a city in ancient Asia Minor. The name is often associated with St. Sebastian, a Christian martyr who was shot with arrows and later became a popular subject in art and literature. Its first r

Cultural significance

Sevastian has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #3005 in 2002 — currently #8161 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Sevastian?

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

Sevastian Grace

How popular is Sevastian right now?

Falling — down 1745 spots — currently #8161 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#8161 · Top 6.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8161	10	▼ down 1745 · -29% births
2022	#6416	14	▲ up 2305 · +56% births
2021	#8721	9	▼ down 1550 · -18% births
2020	#7171	11	▼ down 2361 · -45% births
2015	#4810	20	▼ down 1037 · -29% births
2010	#3773	28	▲ up 129 · +17% births
2005	#3902	24	▼ down 694 · -11% births
2000	#3208	27	▲ up 3626 · +238% births
1995	#6834	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Sevastian

Best Year2000Rank #3208

Peak Count28

Average Rank#5888

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Sevastian

Sevastian is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1988. With 489 total births recorded, Sevastian remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6834 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8161 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Sevastian in 2002:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Sevastian by decade

Sevastian peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	6
1990s	34
2000s ★	250
2010s	188
2020s	11

💎Sevastian has only 489 total recorded births since 1988 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Sevastian?

DUTCH

BasBastiaan

FINNISH

SepiSeppo

FRENCH

Bastien

GERMAN

Bastian

What names sound and feel like Sevastian?

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

Sebastian

Latin · venerable

Sebasthian

Greece · Venerable, revered, or

Sebashtian

USA · Latin

Cebastian

Spain · from the family

Sevian

English · A meaningful name

Sybastian

Latin · Latin

Demetrian

Greece · follower of Demeter

Damian

Greece · Greek

How is Sevastian written in other languages?

Севастьян

Russian

What are the girl versions of Sevastian?

Sébastienne FRENCH Sebastiana ITALIAN

Common questions about the name Sevastian

What does the name Sevastian mean?

Sevastian means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Sevastian?

Sevastian 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 Sevastian?

Sevastian originates from Greece tradition. Greece 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 Sevastian?

Sevastian is a four-syllable name pronounced S EY1 V AE1 S T IY1 AH0 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 Sevastian?

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