Regulus Black (1906 – 1959) was a pure-blood wizard and a member of the noble House of Black. He was the youngest child of Sirius Black (II) and Hesper Gamp and the younger brother of Arcturus Black (III) and Lycoris. Regulus never married and never had children.[1]
Etymology[]
Members of the House of Black and their history seem to have made a tradition of naming their children after stars and constellations. In Latin, regulus means "little king" and was one term for a basilisk. As a name, it has also been applied to the star Alpha Leonis, which is situated at the heart of the lion in the constellation Leo. Regulus was also the family name of a Roman general, Marcus Atilius Regulus, who was known for his honour and self-sacrifice.[2]
Behind the scenes[]
- Based on a statement by Horace Slughorn, Regulus may have been a member of the Slytherin House. However, he attended Hogwarts c. 1917 - 1924, when Slughorn may not have been Potions master.
- Regulus was the granduncle of another Black called Regulus.
Appearances[]
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (film) (First appearance) (Appears on Black family tapestry)