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Sargon

Gender-neutral · English · Medium name

Meaning
True king, of the legitimate king
Pronunciation
SAR-gon
Origin
English

From Akkadian 'sharru-kin' meaning true king.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Akkadian, English

Commonly used in: United States, Middle East, Iraq

Alternate spellings

  • SargonAkkadian

    Same spelling; no common variant.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Sargon of Akkad

    c. 23rd century BCE

    Founder of the Akkadian Empire, often called the first empire in history.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Akkadian Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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