Seferino is a unique and distinctive male given name of Spanish origin. It is derived from the Latin word "severus," which means "stern" or "strict." However, in Spanish, this name has evolved to have a more endearing connotation, often associated with kindness and warmth.
The name Seferino was popularized by Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes, who included it as one of the characters in his renowned novel "Don Quixote." The character Seferino is depicted as a kind-hearted and loyal servant, which has contributed to the positive image associated with this name.
Although not as common today as some other Spanish names, Seferino continues to be used and appreciated for its unique sound and rich history. It offers parents an opportunity to choose a name that is both distinctive and meaningful, with roots in literature and culture.
The given statistics show the annual number of births with the name Seferino in the United States from 1905 to 2020.
From 1905 to 1946, there was a significant fluctuation in the number of babies named Seferino each year. The highest number of births recorded during this period was in 1937 with 21 births. However, some years saw fewer than five births with this name.
After 1946, there appears to be a steady decline in the popularity of the name Seferino. From 1950 onwards, the number of annual births with this name was generally between five and 20. The highest number during this time was in 1952 with 23 births.
In recent years, from 2001 to 2020, there were typically fewer than ten babies named Seferino each year. The most recent data available shows that in 2020, there were six births with this name.
Over the entire period from 1905 to 2020, a total of 1,235 babies were named Seferino at birth in the United States.