What is the origin of the name Sybastian?

Sybastian is a name of Greek and Latin origin. It is often classified as a biblical, royal & classic name.

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Q: What does the name Sybastian mean?

Sybastian means "Variant of Sebastian, from Greek sebastos meaning "venerable," preserved through Christian history and saints.".

Variant of Sebastian, from Greek sebastos meaning "venerable," preserved through Christian history and saints.

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