Sebastia
Latin · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Sebastia
Sebastia derives from the Latin "Sebastianus," which comes from the Greek "sebastos" (σεβαστός), meaning "venerable" or "revered," originally an epithet for Roman emperors.
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Etymology
Sebastia derives from the Latin "Sebastianus," which comes from the Greek "sebastos" (σεβαστός), meaning "venerable" or "revered," originally an epithet for Roman emperors. The name is primarily used in Christian cultures, particularly in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking regions, with historical prominence through Saint Sebastian, an early Christian martyr venerated since the 3rd century.
Sebastia currently ranks #4,761 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1989.
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