Bastian
b(a)-stian,
bas-tian
US Popularity:2443
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Venerable, revered
Bastian is a masculine name of Latin and Greek origin, meaning “venerable” or “revered.” You might recognize this name from the German fantasy book The Neverending Story and its 1984 film adaption. Lead character Bastian Balthazar Bux finds himself plunged into the mythological world of Fantasia, which desperately needs a hero to save it from destruction. This legendary name is embedded in the cultural knowledge of many 80s and 90s kids across the world, and naming baby after such a beloved character is surely inspired! Plus, during his journey, Bastian meets familiar favorites Atreyu and Falkor, which are other fun name options for siblings if you want to go with a fantasy theme.
Bastian Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Bastian is currently #2405 on The Bump
Boy:Bastian is currently #745 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Bastian is currently #2443 in U.S. births
Boy:Bastian is currently #818 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#2443
in 2022
+ 498
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names By Bruce Lansky, pg. 349, 522
Ancestry, Bastian Family History9https://www.ancestry.com/name-origin?surname=bastia)
Behind the Name, Bastian, December 2022
Behind the Name, Sebastian, June 2023
Surname DB, Last name: Bastian
Name Doctor, Bastian
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