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Sebastien

Boy name · 27 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Sebastien: 27 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2006.

Derived from the Latin *Sebastianus*, meaning "from Sebastia," the name refers to the ancient city of Sebastia, which in turn takes its name from the Greek *sebastos*, meaning "venerable" or "august"—the Greek equivalent of *Augustus*. The most famous bearer is Saint Sebastian, a third-century Roman soldier and Christian martyr, whose story of endurance has inspired countless artists and musicians. While less widespread in Scotland than its English counterpart Sebastian, the name carries a continental elegance, popular in French and other European contexts. Notable bearers include the French composer Sébastien Érard, who revolutionised the harp and piano, and the contemporary Canadian actor Sébastien Huberdeau. The name shares its etymological root with the Turkish city of Sivas, the modern successor to ancient Sebastia.