"servant, shepherd"
Origin: Latin
Language: Italian
Sergio
Pronunciation: [ s-ERJY-oh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"of the Sergii clan"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
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The Story of Sergio
Sergio is the Italian and Spanish form of the Latin name Sergius, an ancient Roman family name (gens Sergia) of uncertain but possibly Etruscan or Oscan origin. Several early Christian saints bore this name, helping it spread throughout Catholic Europe.
Sergio has remained consistently popular across Spanish-speaking countries and Italy for centuries. In the United States, it has maintained steady popularity in Latino communities. Film director Sergio Leone gave the name a glamorous cinematic association.
Sergio Leone (1929-1989) revolutionized cinema with his Spaghetti Western films including The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. In Italian football culture, Sergio has been worn by numerous legendary players.
Historical Record
Sergio first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 80,106 babies have been named Sergio in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sergio is past its peak , currently ranked #402 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Sergio Leone directed The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966), widely considered one of the greatest films ever made
- Sergio Aguero scored one of the most dramatic goals in Premier League history for Manchester City in 2012
- The Roman gens Sergia was one of the oldest noble families in the Roman Republic
Sergio in Other Languages
French
Serge
Italian
Sergio
Russian
Сергей
Spanish
Sergio
Japanese
セルジオ
Portuguese
Sérgio
Popularity Over Time
#402
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1992
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Sergio
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Sergio Aguero
Athlete
1988
Argentine football star, Premier League legend for Manchester City
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Sergio Ramos
Athlete
1986
Spanish football defender, captain of Real Madrid and Spain's national team
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Sergio Leone
Other
1929
Italian film director who created the Spaghetti Western genre with The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #402
- Total SSA Count
- 799
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Spanish Portuguese Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Serg
Serge
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sergio
What does the name Sergio mean?
"servant, shepherd" (from Latin). "of the Sergii clan" (from Latin). Sergio is the Italian and Spanish form of the Latin name Sergius, an ancient Roman family name (gens Sergia) of uncertain but possibly Etruscan or Oscan origin. Several early Christian saints bore this name, helping it spread throughout Catholic Europe.
What is the origin of the name Sergio?
Sergio has Latin, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American origins. In Latin, it means "servant, shepherd". In Latin, it means "of the Sergii clan".
Is Sergio a boy or girl name?
Sergio is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #402. As a girl name, it is ranked #47356. Sergio is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Sergio?
Sergio is pronounced s-ERJY-oh.
How popular is the name Sergio?
Sergio is currently ranked #402 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sergio?
Common nicknames for Sergio include Serg and Serge.
What are good middle names for Sergio?
Popular middle name pairings include Sergio Antonio, Sergio Luis, Sergio Rafael, Sergio Miguel, Sergio Carlos, Sergio Alejandro, and Sergio Marco.
What are good sibling names for Sergio?
Names that pair well with Sergio as siblings include Isabella, Marco, Valentina, Emilio, Lucia, and Rafael.
How many syllables does Sergio have?
Sergio has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Sergio a common or rare name?
Sergio is a popular name, ranked #402 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
What boy names are similar to Sergio?
About the Name Sergio
Sergio is a boy name with Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American origins . The name means "servant, shepherd" in Latin .
Is Sergio a boy or girl name? Sergio is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #402 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #47,356. Sergio is more commonly used as a boy name.
Sergio is currently ranked #402 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Sergio has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-ERJY-oh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Sergio include Serg and Serge. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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