What is the origin of the name Sevastian?

Sevastian is a name of Russian origin.

How popular is the name Sevastian?

Sevastian is currently ranked #8828 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Sevastian?

Sevastian is pronounced seh-VAH-styan.

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Sevastian

seh-VAH-styan

Popularity

#8828

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Russian

Total Births

531

Peak Year

#35 in 2008

First Recorded

1988

Style

Sophisticated & Formal, Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Sevastian is a Russian and Romanian variant of Sebastian, a name of Greek origin meaning "venerable" or "revered."

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Seva Vasya Seb

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Seva Vasya Seb

Spelling Variations

Sebastian

Similar Names

Dimitri Maxim Nikolai Anton Lev

Personality Traits

RespectfulIntelligentArtisticGentle

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