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Corvus Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Corvus

"A taxonomic genus within the family Corvidae – true crows: ravens, crows, jackdaws and the rook."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2019 👥 86 in US
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Meaning
A taxonomic genus within the family Corvidae – true crows: ravens, crows, jackdaws and the rook.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
86
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Corvus Mean?

Corvus is a widely distributed genus of passerine birds ranging from medium-sized to large-sized in the family Corvidae. It includes species commonly known as crows, ravens, and rooks. The species commonly encountered in Europe are the carrion crow, hooded crow, common raven, and rook; those discovered later were named "crow" or "raven" chiefly on the basis of their size, crows generally being smaller. The genus name is Latin for "raven".

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Corvus is a widely distributed genus of passerine birds ranging from medium-sized to large-sized in the family Corvidae. It includes species commonly known as crows, ravens, and rooks. The species commonly encountered in Europe are the carrion crow, hooded crow, common raven, and rook; those discovered later were named "crow" or "raven" chiefly on the basis of their size, crows generally being smaller. The genus name is Latin for "raven".…

Root Element
Corvus
Core Meaning
"A taxonomic genus within the family Corvidae – true crows: ravens, crows, jackdaws and the rook."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Corvus

C 3
O 6
R 9
V 4
U 3
S 1
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
9
Soul Urge
Compassion & Idealism
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 86 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 86
Peak year 2019 (12)
First recorded 2008
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Corvus" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A taxonomic genus within the family Corvidae – true crows: ravens, crows, jackdaws and the rook.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~86 people named Corvus in the US. Peaked in 2019 with 12 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Corvus?

The Life Path number for Corvus is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 9. Personality: 8.

Is Corvus a boy or girl name?

Corvus is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Corvus in the US?

Approximately 86 people in the United States are named Corvus. The name peaked in 2019 with 12 recorded uses.

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