TheNameDBSebastian
PatronymicMeaning
A person named after Saint Sebastian, derived from the Latin name Sebastianus meaning 'venerable' or 'revered.'
Etymology
Sebastian comes from the Latin 'Sebastianus,' which derives from the Greek 'sebastos' meaning 'venerable' or 'worthy of reverence.' The name became a surname through patronymic usage in various European cultures.
About the Sebastian Surname
Sebastian is a surname derived from the given name of Saint Sebastian, a Christian martyr. The name is particularly common in Romance and Germanic languages and has spread globally.
Distribution
Common in Spanish, Portuguese, German, and other European countries, with significant presence in Latin America.
Notable Bearers
Johann Sebastian Bach, Sebastian Vettel, Cathy Rigby (née Sebastian)