Sergei
Sergei is a boys' name of Russian origin meaning “servant, protector, shepherd.” Sergei derives from the Roman name Sergius.
how do you pronounce Sergei?
ser-GAY
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what does Sergei mean?
The name Sergei means “servant, protector, shepherd.” It comes from the Russian language tradition.
Sergei derives from the Roman name Sergius. Saint Sergius of Radonezh is one of the most venerated saints in Russian Orthodoxy, patron of Russia, and founder of the Trinity Lavra monastery. The name has been borne by countless Russian poets, composers, and cosmonauts.
who are famous people named Sergei?
- Sergei Rachmaninoff (Russian composer)
- Sergei Eisenstein (Russian film director)
- Sergei Prokofiev (Russian composer)
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