Sigismund Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSIG-ih-mund / ˈsɪɡɪzmʌndGerman; Latin
Meaning
German: victory through strength; Latin: the one who is strong
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sigismund has roots in both German and Latin, deriving from the elements 'sigi' meaning victory and 'mund' meaning protection or strength. It was borne by several historical figures, including kings and saints, particularly in medieval Europe. The name was popular among the nobility and has been associated with various cultural and political contexts throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Sigismund has seen limited use in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zygmunt
- Sigismondo
International Variants
- Zygmunt (Polish)
- Sigismondo (Italian)
- Sigebert (Old German)
Famous people named Sigismund
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sigismund was first seen in the United States in 1915. Sigismund has ranked as high as #871 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in New York, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Sigismund has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sigismund (1922)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 8 |