Stern, serious, or severe
Severino is the Italian and Portuguese form of the Late Latin name Severinus, which is a derivative of Severus. It historically denoted a person of serious character or strict discipline. The name was borne by several early saints, contributing to its traditional usage in Southern Europe.
Less common today
Severino isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,551 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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