Fabian

¹ American  

[fey-bee-uhn] / ˈfeɪ bi ən /

adjective

1. seeking victory by delay and harassment rather than by a decisive battle as in the manner of Fabius Maximus.

   Fabian policy.

2. of or relating to the Fabian Society.

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noun

1. a member of or sympathizer with the Fabian Society.

Fabian ² American  

[fey-bee-uhn] / ˈfeɪ bi ən /

noun

1. Saint, died a.d. 250, pope 236–250.

2. a male given name.

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Fabian British  

/ ˈfeɪbɪən /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or resembling the delaying tactics of the Roman general Quintus Fabius Maximus; cautious; circumspect

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noun

1. a member of or sympathizer with the Fabian Society

Etymology

Origin of Fabian

First recorded in 1590–1600, Fabian is from the Latin word Fabiānus

Example Sentences

Fabian Hurzeler complained to fourth official David Webb and the Brighton boss ended up exchanging words with Mikel Arteta on the touchline.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Former Assembly speaker Fabian Núñez, a longtime friend of Villaraigosa and managing partner at Actum, hopes voters dig into Villaraigosa’s record.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

It was certainly not pleasing on the eye to Brighton's head coach Fabian Hurzeler, who spent almost the entire game enraged by Arsenal's strategy and what unfolded before him.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

The 40-year-old started for the Seagulls as they secured a first win in seven games to ease the pressure on boss Fabian Hurzeler.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

The lord and lady sat with Fabian at the high table.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz