Severo
Severo is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Stern, strict, or serious.
Origin and history
Severo is a masculine name derived from the Latin surname Severus. It historically conveys a sense of seriousness or strictness. In the United States, it is a rare traditional name, used primarily within families of Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,400 babies in the United States have been named Severo since 1880. It ranks #3318 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1901.
States where it is most popular
- TX (90.2 %)
- CA (6.1 %)
- NM (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 8 |
| 1910-1920 | 58 |
| 1920-1930 | 188 |
| 1930-1940 | 153 |
| 1940-1950 | 147 |
| 1950-1960 | 149 |
| 1960-1970 | 155 |
| 1970-1980 | 120 |
| 1980-1990 | 135 |
| 1990-2000 | 111 |
| 2000-2010 | 101 |
| 2010-2019 | 49 |
| 2020-2029 | 26 |
Famous people named Severo
- Severo Ochoa: Biochemist, Nobel Laureate
- Severo Sarduy: Poet, Author
Fun facts
- Severo derives from the Latin Severus, a cognomen held by the Severan dynasty of Roman emperors.
- The name shares its root with the English word 'severe' and literary names like Severus Snape.