Sergey, of Slavic origin, is a popular male given name that translates to 'protector' or 'victory'. It's composed of two elements: 'ser', meaning 'clear' or 'bright', and '-gij', which signifies 'war' or 'service'. This name has been widely used in Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, and other Slavic countries. Notable figures bearing this name include Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google, and Sergey Rachmaninoff, a renowned Russian composer and pianist.
"The name Sergey experienced significant popularity from the mid-90s to early 2000s, peaking at 29 births in 2000. However, since then, its prevalence has consistently declined, reaching a low of 5 births in 1991 and again in 2023."