Sebastián

Sebastián is a masculine given name of Spanish origin. It is the Spanish form of Sebastian, which derives from the Latin name Sebastianus, itself from the Greek Sebastianos, based on sebastos meaning venerable or revered. The name is historically associated with Saint Sebastian, a 3rd-century Christian martyr, a connection that helped its spread throughout Christian Europe and into Spanish-speaking regions.

In Spanish, Sebastián is typically stressed on the last syllable, as indicated by the accent on the a. The name has cognates in other languages, including Sebastião (Portuguese), Sébastien (French), Sebastiano (Italian), and Sebastian (English). Diminutives and nicknames commonly used include Sebas and Bastián.

Sebastián is widely used across Spain and Latin America and remains a popular given name in many Spanish-speaking communities. While primarily a given name, it can appear as a surname in rare cases.

Notable people with the name include Sebastián Piñera (born 1949), a Chilean businessman and former president, and Sebastián Yatra (born 1988), a Colombian singer and songwriter. The name also appears in literature, film, and music, reflecting its enduring presence in Hispanic culture.