Sarpy

Sarpy is a surname of French origin and a geographic name most commonly associated with Sarpy County in eastern Nebraska, United States. The name honors Pierre-Constant Sarpy, a French-Canadian fur trader who established early trade routes and settlements along the Missouri River in the 19th century.

Sarpy County is located in eastern Nebraska along the Missouri River and is part of the Omaha metropolitan area. The county seat is Papillion. The area has a history rooted in early frontier trade and agriculture and has experienced significant suburban growth in recent decades.

As a surname, Sarpy appears in historical and genealogical records related to early settlers and traders in North America. Today, the name is relatively uncommon but persists in various public records and family histories.

Beyond Sarpy County and its bearers, the term Sarpy does not denote a widely recognized independent place. The name principally survives in the county’s designation and in individuals who bear the surname.