Severus is a strong and distinctive given name of Latin origin, derived from the adjective 'severe'. It was popularized by J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, where Severus Snape, the enigmatic potions master at Hogwarts, brought this name to widespread attention. Throughout history, there have been notable figures who bore this name, such as the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus and the early Christian martyr Saint Severus of Ravenna.
"The name Severus has seen varied popularity over the years, with a significant spike in usage in recent years."