Declining since 2002, #3,450 for boys today.
Popularity of Sabastian since 1917
Babies named Sabastian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 68 |
| 1980s | 73 |
| 1990s | 697 |
| 2000s | 1,552 |
| 2010s | 972 |
| 2020s | 283 |
Meaning & origin
Sabastian is a spelling variant of Sebastian that first appeared in U.S. records in 1917. It reached its peak popularity in 2001, but has since been in decline, with the trajectory showing falling usage since 2002. In the latest year of data (2025), Sabastian ranked 3,450, with roughly 1 in 51,760 newborn boys receiving the name. The variant is most common in Texas, where it appears among the top states. While Sebastian remains far more popular, Sabastian offers a distinctive twist on a classic name with ancient Greek origins tied to the word for 'venerable.' Its sound and nickname potential (Seb, Bastian) mirror that of the original, making it suitable for parents seeking a less common spelling.
Sabastian is a spelling variant of Sebastian, ultimately from the Greek name Sebastos, a translation of the Latin Augustus meaning 'venerable'. The name gained popularity through early Christian saints and was introduced to England after the Norman Conquest. The Sabastian spelling emerged in the United States in the early 20th century as an alternative form.
Where Sabastian is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Seb, Bastian, Sabe
Sibling names for Sabastian
Names that share Sabastian's style, for a brother or sister.
