Siri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Siri is a name of Old Norse origin, derived from 'Sigríðr', meaning 'beautiful victory'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is notable for its association with victory and beauty. While it has no biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in modern times partly due to its association with technology. Notable figures include authors and models, contributing to its contemporary image.
The name Siri is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Siri has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Siri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7607th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2987th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3450th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4088th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2439th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6630th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Siri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Siri"
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪəri/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Siri is derived from the Old Norse name 'Sigríðr', which is composed of the elements 'sigr' meaning 'victory' and 'fríðr' meaning 'beautiful' or 'beloved'.
Meaning
beautiful victory
Language Evolution
Sigríðr, Sirið, Siri
Historical Usage
The name Siri gained popularity in Scandinavian countries, particularly in Norway and Sweden, and has been used since the Viking Age.
Variants & Derivatives
Sigrid, Sirius, Siry
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Siri is often associated with technology, particularly due to Apple's virtual assistant, which has contributed to its modern recognition and usage.
Famous People
Siri Hustvedt, an American author, Siri Tollerod, a Norwegian model
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Siri"
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 "Siri"
"Siri" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7607th of 9204 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2987th of 12526 | 291 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3450th of 19264 | 303 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4088th of 27321 | 369 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2439th of 35406 | 1,133 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6630th of 30306 | 216 |
Regional Popularity of "Siri" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Siri" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
82.13% 2279th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
78.14% 3160th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
56.01% 2064th/3685 |
- | - |
78.90% 4984th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.95% 1739th/4582 |
43.03% 2222nd/5164 |
45.38% 3319th/7313 |
31.98% 2387th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
78.59% 4932nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Siri"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Siri" 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.