Sarjeant

Sarjeant is a surname of English origin. It is believed to be an occupational surname, deriving from the Old French word "sergent," which denoted a servant or official, particularly one holding a position of authority such as a bailiff, constable, or soldier. In medieval times, a serjeant was a man-at-arms who performed military service in exchange for land. Over time, the term also came to refer to a legal officer or attorney. The surname likely originated with individuals who held such a role or whose ancestors did.

Notable individuals with the surname Sarjeant include Henry Sarjeant, an English cricketer active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Another is John Sarjeant, a recipient of the Victoria Cross, Britain's highest military decoration, for his actions during World War I. The name appears in various historical records and is present in different regions, reflecting the spread of English surnames through migration and settlement. Variations in spelling might exist due to historical transcription practices.