Sergejs is a Latvian form of the Roman family name Sergius. The etymology of Sergius is uncertain; it may derive from the Latin word servus meaning "servant" or, more likely, from an Etruscan root. The name has deep Christian roots, most notably through Saint Sergius, a 4th-century Roman officer martyred in Syria alongside his companion Bacchus. They are venerated as patron saints of Christian desert nomads. Another influential bearer was the Russian Saint Sergey of Radonezh, a 14th-century spiritual leader who played a key role in the unification of Russian lands. The name also appears briefly in the New Testament, belonging to a Roman official. Distribution and Variants Sergejs is exclusively used in Latvia, corresponding to forms such as Siergiej in Polish or Siarhei in Belarusian. Related variants include Sargis and Sarkis in Armenian, Sergo in Georgian, and Syarhey in Belarusian. Notable Bearers Numerous Latvians bear this name, particularly in sports and politics. Notable athletes include ice hockey players Sergejs Boldaveško (born 1970), Sergejs Naumovs (born 1969), and the late Sergejs Žoltoks (1972–2004), as well as footballers Sergejs Kožans (born 1986) and Sergejs Maģers (1912–1989). In politics, Sergejs Dolgopolovs (born 1941), Sergejs Fjodorovs (born 1956), and Sergejs Mirskis (born 1952) have served in Latvia's parliament. Sprinter Sergejs Inšakovs (born 1971) represented Latvia in the Olympics. Meaning: Possibly "servant" from Latin, but more likely of Etruscan origin Origin: Latvian form of Sergius Type: Masculine given name Usage: Latvia