Find out how popular the first name Sev has been for the last 1 years (from 2023 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sev by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Sev is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Sev.

The history of the first name Sev

The given name Sev originates from the Armenian language and culture. It is a shortened form of the Armenian name Sevada, which derives from the Armenian word "sev" meaning "black." The name first emerged in ancient Armenia during the era of the Armenian Kingdom, which existed from the 4th century BC to the 7th century AD.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Sev was Sev Haykazuni, an Armenian prince and military commander who lived in the 5th century AD. He played a significant role in defending Armenia against the Persian Empire during the Byzantine-Sasanian wars.

Another notable figure with the name Sev was Sev Chorepiskopos, an Armenian scholar and cleric who lived in the 7th century AD. He was a prominent figure in the Armenian Apostolic Church and is credited with writing several theological works and translations.

In the 12th century, Sev Sevantsi was a renowned Armenian architect and sculptor. He is known for his work on the Geghard Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in modern-day Armenia.

During the 17th century, Sev Yerets was an influential Armenian merchant and benefactor. He made significant contributions to the development of Armenian communities in various parts of Europe, particularly in the Netherlands and France.

In more recent history, Sev Ambarian (1930-2014) was a prominent Armenian-American writer and journalist. He authored several books and articles on Armenian history, culture, and the Armenian Genocide.

While the name Sev has its roots in Armenian culture, it has also been used across various ethnic groups and regions over the centuries, though its popularity has remained relatively limited compared to some other names.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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