Sebero
Masculine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Spanish word "cebero" meaning "huntsman".
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Sebero. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Sebero today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sebero births was 1928 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sebero. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Sebero. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1928
6 babies that year
Average age
-
1928 SSA rank
#4,085
Tracked since 1922
Popularity
Sebero: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Sebero by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Sebero during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Sebero
The name Sebero has its origins in the ancient Etruscan civilization that flourished in what is now modern-day Italy. Sebero is believed to be derived from the Etruscan word "seber," which means "wise" or "learned." The Etruscans were known for their advanced knowledge in various fields, including architecture, engineering, and religion.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sebero can be found in the Etruscan inscriptions dating back to the 6th century BCE. These inscriptions were often found on tombs, pottery, and other artifacts left behind by the Etruscan culture. The name was likely given to individuals who were respected for their wisdom and knowledge within their communities.
In the 1st century BCE, there are records of a Roman senator named Sebero Publius, who was known for his oratory skills and political acumen. He played a significant role in the Roman Republic and was a contemporary of the famous Roman statesman and orator, Cicero.
During the Byzantine Empire, a notable figure named Sebero Anthemius served as the Western Roman Emperor from 467 to 472 CE. He was known for his efforts to restore and strengthen the crumbling Roman Empire in the west, though his reign was relatively short-lived.
In the Middle Ages, a renowned scholar and theologian named Sebero of Reims (c. 1050 - 1121) made significant contributions to the intellectual and religious life of the time. He was a prominent figure in the Cathedral School of Reims and wrote extensively on subjects such as philosophy, theology, and rhetoric.
Another notable figure with the name Sebero was Sebero Calderón de la Barca (1600 - 1681), a Spanish playwright and poet of the Golden Age of Spanish literature. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest dramatists of his time and is best known for his masterpiece, "Life is a Dream."
Throughout history, the name Sebero has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, including politics, religion, literature, and academia. While the name may not be as common today, its Etruscan roots and historical significance continue to make it a unique and intriguing choice for parents seeking a name with a rich cultural heritage.
People
Sebero + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sebero as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sebero: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sebero?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sebero going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about - US residents.
Is Sebero a common name?
We classify Sebero as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sebero most popular?
The single biggest year for Sebero was 1928, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sebero is about 0 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Sebero in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sebero a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sebero in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Sebero still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sebero in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Sebero can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Sebero?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.