All about the name SEBASTYEN

Meaning, origin, history.

Sebastyen, of Latin origin, is a unique and elegant choice for a given name. It is derived from the Latin word ' Sebastianus', which means "venerable" or "revered". This name was popular among early Christians due to its association with Saint Sebastian, a 3rd-century martyr venerated in the Catholic Church.

Sebastyen gained prominence during the Middle Ages and has since been used across various cultures, including those of Eastern Europe. In Hungarian, for instance, Sebastyen is pronounced [ˈʃɛbɒstyɛn] and is often abbreviated as 'Basó' or 'Basy'. This linguistic diversity adds a touch of charm to the name.

The name Sebastyen consists of seven letters in total, starting with the consonants 'S', 'b', and 's', followed by the vowels 'e', 'a', and 'i', and ending with another consonant, 'n'. This balance of consonants and vowels gives Sebastyen a pleasing rhythm when spoken aloud.

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Hungary

Popularity of the name SEBASTYEN since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Sebastyen saw an even split in popularity between the years 2003 and 2006, with five births recorded each year, resulting in a total of ten children sharing this unique name across those two years.