Sergei
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Sergei is a boy name of Russian origin meaning "servant or attendant, often interpreted as protector".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Russian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
51 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
servant or attendant, often interpreted as protector
Etymology
Derived from the Latin family name Sergius, which may stem from the Latin word servus meaning 'servant'. The name entered Slavic usage via Byzantine Greek forms such as Sergios.
Famous People Named Sergei
- Sergei Eisenstein — Soviet filmmaker (1898–1948)
- Sergei Kirov — Soviet politician and Bolshevik revolutionary (1886–1934)
- Sergei Dovlatov — Soviet writer (1941–1990)
- Sergei Kirienko — Russian politician
- Sergei Pareiko — Estonian association football player (born 1977)
Frequently Asked Questions About Sergei
What does the name Sergei mean?
Sergei means "servant or attendant, often interpreted as protector", and is of Russian origin.
What is the origin of the name Sergei?
Sergei originates from Russian, commonly used in Eastern Europe.
Is Sergei a boy or girl name?
Sergei is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Sergei associated with?
Sergei is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Sergei?
Yes — notable people named Sergei include Sergei Eisenstein (Soviet filmmaker, 1898–1948), Sergei Kirov (Soviet politician and Bolshevik revolutionary, 1886–1934), Sergei Dovlatov (Soviet writer, 1941–1990), Sergei Kirienko (Russian politician) and Sergei Pareiko (Estonian association football player, born 1977).
Last updated: June 2026