Sergei Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sergei Name at a Glance

Name	Sergei
Meaning	Protector; shepherd.
Origin	Russian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Sergei Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sergei means “Protector; shepherd”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Sergei Name Origin

Our database records Sergei under Russian origin. Browse more Russian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Sergei a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Sergei is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Sergei

When considering Sergei for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.