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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Venerable, revered
- Origin
- Greek (short form of Sebastian)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- BASS-tee-uhn
Bastian is a Greek name, used as a short form of Sebastian, and it carries the meaning "venerable, revered." It's a name with real historical roots packed into a shorter, punchier form than the full Sebastian. If you like the meaning behind Sebastian but want something more compact, Bastian keeps that meaning intact.
Meaning & Origin of Bastian
Meaning: Venerable, revered.
Origin: Greek (short form of Sebastian).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bastian
BASS-tee-uhnIPA /ˈbæstiən/
Popularity of Bastian
Across the SSA's 1991-2024 records, Bastian's best year on file is 2024, when it ranked #1001 with 224 babies given the name — its highest count and rank in that entire span.
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FAQ
What does the name Bastian mean?
Venerable, revered. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bastian?
Bastian is pronounced BASS-tee-uhn (IPA: /ˈbæstiən/).
Is Bastian a popular name right now?
Bastian is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #1001 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1991–2024.)
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