Sergey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sergey has Slavic origins, derived from the Latin 'Sergius', meaning 'to rise' or 'to elevate'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is currently popular in Russian culture. The name is associated with positive traits and has notable figures linked to it, with no biblical relevance.
The name Sergey is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sergey has been stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Sergey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7633rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4652nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7511th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sergey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sergey"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɜrɡeɪ/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Sergey is derived from the Latin name 'Sergius', which is believed to mean 'to rise' or 'to elevate'. It has been adapted into various forms across different cultures.
Meaning
to rise, to elevate
Language Evolution
Sergius (Latin), Sergii (Latin), Sergey (Russian), Serge (French)
Historical Usage
The name Sergey became popular in Russia during the 18th century and has maintained its popularity ever since, often associated with Russian nobility and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Serge, Sergio, Serghei, Sergi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sergey is viewed as a traditional yet modern name in Russian-speaking countries, often associated with strong leadership and creativity.
Famous People
Sergey Brin - Co-founder of Google, Sergey Prokofiev - Renowned composer, Sergey Lavrov - Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sergey"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sergey"
"Sergey" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7633rd of 16616 | 65 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4652nd of 24088 | 289 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7511th of 23106 | 124 |
Regional Popularity of "Sergey" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
52.49% 3316th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
32.60% 2433rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sergey" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sergey"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sergey" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.