Zebastian

Q: What is the origin of Zebastian?

Zebastian is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Zebastian a boy name?

Zebastian is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Revered"

Zebastian is a stylized spelling of Sebastian, from classical roots associated with reverence and historical saintly usage.

Themes:reveredsaintvariantclassical

Biblical Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Zebastian

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#14211Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Unranked

Zebastian did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Zebastian Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Zebastian.

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Zebie

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Zeba

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zeby

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zeba

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zie

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tian

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iany

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Zebastian mean?

Zebastian means "Revered". Zebastian is a stylized spelling of Sebastian, from classical roots associated with reverence and historical saintly usa

What is the origin of Zebastian?

Zebastian is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Zebastian?

According to the latest SSA data, Zebastian is currently ranked #14211 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Zebastian a boy name?

Zebastian is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Zebastian?

Popular nicknames for Zebastian include Zebie, Zeba, zeby, zeba, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Zebastian?

There are many names similar to Zebastian in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, Latin, English

Syllables3

Length9 letters

US Rank#14211

Trend↓ Falling

Starts withZ

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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