Unisex name
Sebat name meaning
“steadfastness; perseverance”
Sebat means steadfastness and perseverance, expressing the idea of maintaining a decision and continuing an effort. It comes from Arabic thabāt, meaning firmness or constancy. Used for both girls and boys in Türkiye, the name evokes sustained progress along a long and demanding path.
What does Sebat mean?
Steadfastness; perseverance
In Turkish: kararında durma; çabayı sürdürme
Sebat expresses maintaining a decision or effort over time. In Turkish it commonly appears in the phrase sebat etmek, emphasizing sustained commitment beyond an initial impulse. It is close to the idea of patience, but its central nuance is holding to a course rather than simply waiting.
Origin of the name Sebat
Sebat comes from Arabic thabāt, expressing firmness and persistence. Turkish uses it both as an abstract noun and as a personal name.
How to pronounce Sebat
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /sebat/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | ثبات |
Is Sebat a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Sebat is used for both boys and girls. See all unisex names.
Sebat does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
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FAQ about the name Sebat
What is the meaning of Sebat?
Sebat means “steadfastness; perseverance”. Sebat comes from Arabic thabāt, expressing firmness and persistence. Turkish uses it both as an abstract noun and as a personal name.
Is Sebat a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Sebat is used for both boys and girls.
Is Sebat in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Sebat nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Sebat?
Sebat is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Sebat have?
Sebat has 2 syllables and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Sebat?
Sebat does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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