What is the origin of the name Bastion?

Bastion is a name of French origin.

How popular is the name Bastion?

Bastion is currently ranked #4893 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Bastion?

Bastion is pronounced BAS-chun.

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Bastion

BAS-chun

Popularity

#4893

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

French

Total Births

282

Peak Year

#33 in 2019

First Recorded

2002

Style

Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

French origin, meaning 'fortification' or 'bulwark'.

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Bas Basti

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Nicknames

Bas Basti

Similar Names

Sebastian Augustin Julian Caspar

Personality Traits

StrongProtectiveReliableResilient

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