Severus Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSEV-er-us / /ˈsɛv.ər.əs/Latin; English
Meaning
stern; severe
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Severus is of Latin origin, meaning 'stern' or 'severe', historically associated with Roman figures such as Severus Alexander, a Roman Emperor. In English, it has been adopted in various contexts, often linked to literary and cultural references, including the character Severus Snape from J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Sever
- Sev
International Variants
- Severo (Spanish)
- Severus (Latin)
Famous people named Severus
Severus Snape — character in Harry Potter.
Fictional characters named Severus
Severus Snape — Harry Potter.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Severus was first seen in the United States in 2011. Severus has ranked as high as #1390 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Severus has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Severus (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 11 |