Sigurd Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sigurd originates from Old Norse, specifically combining elements that mean 'victory' and 'guardian'. It has evolved through various forms and is often associated with strength and heroism. The name has no biblical significance but has been widely used in Scandinavian folklore. Notable figures bearing the name include kings and authors, contributing to its historical and cultural relevance.
The name Sigurd is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sigurd has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast. Across generations, 'Sigurd' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1687th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2276th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3262nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7683rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20187th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7547th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sigurd' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sigurd"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪɡʊrd/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Sigurd is derived from the Old Norse elements 'sigr', meaning 'victory', and 'vard', meaning 'guardian' or 'protector'.
Meaning
victory guardian
Language Evolution
Sigurd, Siegfried, Siegward
Historical Usage
Sigurd has been popular in Scandinavian cultures since the Viking Age, largely due to its association with legendary heroes and sagas.
Variants & Derivatives
Sigvard, Siegfried, Sig
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Sigurd is viewed as a strong, heroic name, often associated with Norse mythology and valor.
Famous People
Sigurd I of Norway, Sigurd the Mighty, Sigurd F. Olson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sigurd"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sigurd"
"Sigurd" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1687th of 7545 | 322 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2276th of 6773 | 198 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3262nd of 7552 | 121 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7683rd of 10718 | 20 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20187th of 24088 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7547th of 23106 | 123 |
Regional Popularity of "Sigurd" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
56.64% 802nd/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
75.26% 1171st/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sigurd" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sigurd"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sigurd" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.