Sebastian
Meaning
Venerable
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/səˈbæstiən/
Traits associated with the name Sebastian:
Dogs named Sebastian tend to be loving, affectionate, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Sebastian?
That you have a fondness for classic names and may have a love of literature or music.
Is Sebastian a good dog name?
Sebastian has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Sebastian isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Sebastian is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Sebastian was, in the past month, the 438th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Sebastian is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Sebastian was viewed 75 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Sebastian's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Sebastian is most adored in Arkansas, Minnesota and Indiana.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in South Dakota, Virginia and Wisconsin.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Sebastian.
Most popular breeds named Sebastian:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- Poodle
- Cocker Spaniel
Sebastian is found in these categories:
disney
He's named after a charming crab from "The Little Mermaid".
spanish
Common in Spain, derived from Latin, means "venerable" or "revered".
posh
Hails from aristocratic roots, often chosen for royal and upper-class canines.
preppy
Hails from elite circles, echoing aristocratic charm and Ivy League sophistication.
cute
Evokes Disney's charming crab, adding a dash of endearing whimsy.
old-fashioned
This moniker harks back to Victorian times, popular among canine aristocracy.
hipster
Echoes vintage charm, nods to classic literature, and shuns mainstream monikers.
british
Popular in literature, notably in Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh.
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