Political LeaderAmerican1915 – 2011
Sargent Shriver
Founder of Peace Corps, diplomat, Kennedy family
Biography
American diplomat and politician who founded the Peace Corps and was the husband of Eunice Kennedy Shriver.
Quick Facts
Category
Political Leader
Nationality
American
Born
1915
Died
2011
Thinking about the name
Sargent
Latin origin
“Derived from the Latin 'serviens,' meaning 'servant,' Sargent evolved as a surname denoting a military rank before becoming a given name. It carries authoritative, structured qualities while maintaining an understated professionalism. The name appeals to parents drawn to occupational surnames with military heritage.”