Sabastian
2025 SSA
About Sabastian
Sabastian is an alternative spelling of the more traditional Sebastian, a masculine name with Greek and Latin origins. The name derives from 'Sebastianos,' meaning 'from Sebastia,' an ancient city whose name meant 'venerable' or 'revered.' This variant spelling has gained some popularity among parents seeking a slightly distinctive twist on the classic name while maintaining its historical richness. Sebastian, in its traditional form, has associations with numerous saints and historical figures, including Saint Sebastian, a third-century Christian martyr. The Sabastian spelling preserves the name's dignified feel while offering a subtle uniqueness. Though less common than the traditional spelling, Sabastian shares the same potential nicknames such as Seb, Bas, or Ian.
Pronounced suh-BAS-chun.
As of October 2026, Sabastian ranked #3497 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #816 in 2001.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,666 | 93 | 48.4 |
| 2015 | #1,675 | 94 | 49 |
| 2016 | #1,857 | 81 | 42.7 |
| 2017 | #1,912 | 76 | 41.1 |
| 2018 | #1,916 | 78 | 42.9 |
| 2019 | #1,864 | 81 | 45.1 |
| 2020 | #2,283 | 60 | 34.8 |
| 2021 | #2,189 | 65 | 37.2 |
| 2022 | #2,744 | 48 | 27.5 |
| 2023 | #2,835 | 45 | 26.3 |
| 2024 | #3,756 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2025 | #3,497 | 33 | 19.3 |
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