About Sergent
The surname Sergent is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "sergent," meaning "sergeant" or "servant." It was originally an occupational name given to someone who held the rank of sergeant, a non-commissioned officer in the medieval military or a servant in a noble household. The name may have also been used as a nickname for someone who was considered to be authoritative or disciplined. Today, the surname Sergent is found primarily in France and other French-speaking regions.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sergent based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Sergent in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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