Bastien
Meaning of Bastien
The name Bastien is a male given name of French origin, pronounced as bahs-TYAN. It is a diminutive form of the name Sébastien, which itself is derived from the Latin name Sebastianus, meaning "from Sebastia," an ancient city in Asia Minor. Bastien carries with it a sense of elegance and classic charm, often associated with French culture and sophistication. While not extremely common in the United States, its unique flair has garnered some attention over the years. The variations include Bastian, which shares similar roots and appeal. Despite its relatively low occurrence in recent years—ranking 6,190th in 2023 with 14 newborns—the name Bastien continues to be a distinctive choice for parents seeking something both traditional and uncommon for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as bahs-TYAN (/bas.tjɛ̃/)
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Notable People Named Bastien
| Bastien Héry - Bastien Charles Patrick Héry is a French-born professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Longford Town and represents the Madagascar national team. |
| Bastien Salabanzi is a French professional skateboarder known for his regular stance. |
| Bastien Geiger is a Swiss former footballer known for his role as a defender. |
| Bastien Midol is a successful French freestyle skier with 4 FIS World Cup wins and a silver medal at the 2013 FIS Freestyle World Ski Championships, and his brother Jonathan Midol is also a medalist skier. |
| Bastien Bouillon is a French actor known for his work in over 30 film and television productions, and he received the César Award for Most Promising Actor in 2023. |
