Sergei

Q: What is the origin of Sergei?

Sergei is of Russian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Sergei?

According to the latest SSA data, Sergei is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Sergei a boy name?

Sergei is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Servant; Attendant"

Russian form of Sergius, widely used in Slavic regions and often associated with service-oriented or attendant meanings.

Themes:slavicclassicorthodoxmasculine

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Popularity History of Sergei

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Sergei did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Sergei Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Sergei.

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serg

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sery

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rgei

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geiy

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sie

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ssie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Sergei

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Sergei mean?

Sergei means "Servant; Attendant". Russian form of Sergius, widely used in Slavic regions and often associated with service-oriented or attendant meanings.

What is the origin of Sergei?

Sergei is of Russian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Sergei?

According to the latest SSA data, Sergei is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Sergei a boy name?

Sergei is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Sergei?

Popular nicknames for Sergei include serg, sery, rgei, geiy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Sergei?

There are many names similar to Sergei in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginRussian, Latin

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withS

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aleksey Alexey Aleksei Artyom Anikin

Sisters

Alesha Anushka Anoushka Annya Alyona

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