Serge
Meaning of Serge
Originating from the French language, the name Serge is a masculine name that has gained popularity around the world. In French, it is pronounced as "serzh" (/sɛʁʒ/). While Sergei is a variation of this name, both names have similar associations and origins. Throughout history, the name Serge has been associated with strength and nobility. In terms of popularity in the United States, Serge has had varying levels of usage over the years. It reached its peak in 1972 when it ranked at number 1350 for newborn boys. However, in recent years, its usage has declined, with only 8 occurrences in 2021. Despite its declining popularity, Serge remains a unique and distinguished choice for parents seeking a strong and timeless name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as serzh (/sɛʁʒ/)
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Notable People Named Serge
| Serge Gainsbourg was a French singer-songwriter, actor, composer, and director known for his provocative and diverse musical style, making him one of the most influential figures in French pop music. |
| Serge Abrahamovitch Voronoff was a French surgeon known for his controversial practice of transplanting monkey testicle tissues onto men's testicles as an anti-aging therapy in the 1920s and 1930s. |
| Serge Ibaka - Serge Jonás Ibaka Ngobila is a Congolese-Spanish professional basketball player known for his defensive skills and NBA championship with the Toronto Raptors. |
| Serge Klarsfeld is a Romanian-born French activist and Nazi hunter who has dedicated his life to documenting the Holocaust and bringing war criminals to justice. |
| Serge Koussevitzky was a prominent Russian-American conductor, composer, and double-bassist, renowned for his extensive leadership of the Boston Symphony Orchestra from 1924 to 1949. |
| Serge Haroche is a French physicist and Nobel Prize winner known for his groundbreaking work in quantum physics and laser spectroscopy. |
| Serge Mongeau is a well-known Canadian advocate of simple living, as well as a physician, writer, publisher, and politician from Quebec. |
| Serge Aubrey Savard is a Canadian former professional ice hockey defenceman, known for his time with the Montreal Canadiens and his later roles in hockey operations and business in Montreal. |
| Serge Reggiani was an Italian-French actor and singer known for his contributions to the entertainment industry. |
| Serge Blanco, a former rugby union player known as the Pelé of Rugby, gained 93 caps playing fullback for Biarritz Olympique and the French national team. |
| Serge Fiori, the lead vocalist and guitarist of the progressive rock band Harmonium from Quebec, later embarked on a solo career following the band's breakup. |
| Serge Lutens is a multi-talented French artist known for his work in fashion, perfume, photography, film, and hairstyling. |
| Serge Lama is a renowned French singer and songwriter. |
| Serge Avédikian is an Armenian-French film and theatre actor, director, writer, and producer, who has won a prize at the Cannes Festival. |
| Serge Fontaine is a Canadian politician from Quebec. |
