Sarkis
Sarkis is a boy's name of Armenian origin.
Meaning
Servant, protector, or of noble origin (derived from Latin Sergius).
Origin and history
Sarkis is a traditional Armenian masculine name derived from the Latin name Sergius. It is well-established in Armenian diaspora communities around the world, including the United States. While relatively uncommon in broad U.S. usage, it maintains steady usage within Armenian-American families.
Popularity in the United States
962 babies in the United States have been named Sarkis since 1880. It ranks #3718 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1854.
States where it is most popular
- CA (94.9 %)
- MA (3.9 %)
- RI (1.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 21 |
| 1920-1930 | 115 |
| 1930-1940 | 52 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 7 |
| 1960-1970 | 8 |
| 1970-1980 | 31 |
| 1980-1990 | 138 |
| 1990-2000 | 216 |
| 2000-2010 | 167 |
| 2010-2019 | 128 |
| 2020-2029 | 73 |
Famous people named Sarkis
- Sarkis Soghanalian: businessman
Fun facts
- Saint Sarkis is celebrated in Armenian culture as the patron saint of youth and love.
- The name is the Armenian form of Sergius, an ancient Roman family name.