Sigurd Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: SIG-urd //ˈsɪɡʊrd//
Origin: Old Norse; Scandinavian
Meaning: Old Norse: victory; guardian
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sigurd has its roots in Old Norse, deriving from the elements "sigr," meaning "victory," and "vard," meaning "guardian" or "protector." This etymology reflects a warrior ethos, characteristic of the Norse culture. The name appears in various forms across Germanic languages, including the Old High German "Sigihart" and the Old English "Sigeweard." The transition into English occurred through the influence of Norse mythology and the Viking Age, which brought many Old Norse names into the British Isles during the early medieval period.
Historically, Sigurd is most famously associated with the legendary hero Sigurd the Dragon Slayer from the Norse sagas, particularly the "Völsunga saga" and the "Nibelungenlied," which date back to the 13th century. Sigurd is depicted as a quintessential hero who slays the dragon Fafnir and gains immense wealth and wisdom, a narrative that has resonated through various adaptations in literature and art.
The name also appears in the context of Scandinavian royalty, with several kings bearing the name throughout the medieval period, further solidifying its significance in Norse culture. Culturally, Sigurd embodies themes of bravery, honor, and the heroic journey, making it a name of considerable resonance in Scandinavian folklore.
The character of Sigurd has inspired numerous works in literature and opera, notably Richard Wagner's "Der Ring des Nibelungen" in the 19th century, which drew heavily on the mythological narratives surrounding this figure. The enduring legacy of Sigurd in both historical texts and modern adaptations highlights its importance in the cultural memory of the Norse and broader Germanic traditions.
Famous people named Sigurd
In this section, you will find notable people named Sigurd. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Sigurd who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Sigurd who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Sigurd F. Olson was an author and conservationist best known for The Singing Wilderness, Reflections from the North Country, and The Lonely Land.
Sigurd Jorsalfar is a historical figure known as a king of Norway and a prominent character in Norse sagas.
Fictional characters named Sigurd
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Sigurd is a fictional character from Norse mythology and various adaptations of the Völsunga saga. He is a legendary hero known for slaying the dragon Fafnir and possessing the cursed gold of the Nibelungs.
Sigurd is a fictional character from the video game series Fire Emblem, specifically Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War. He is a prominent lord and the main protagonist of the first generation, known for his noble character and tragic fate.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sigurd was first seen in the United States in 1890.
Sigurd has ranked as high as #2382 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Minnesota, New York, Illinois, and North Dakota.
In the past 5 years the name Sigurd has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Sigurd is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Sigurd was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Sigurd.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16 | 16 |
| 2024 | 10 | 10 |
| 2023 | 15 | 15 |
| 2022 | 24 | 24 |
| 2021 | 13 | 13 |
| 2020 | 10 | 10 |
| 2018 | 12 | 12 |
| 2017 | 12 | 12 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 | 9 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2001 | 5 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 | 6 |
| 1966 | 8 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 | 5 |
| 1961 | 11 | 11 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 | 5 |
| 1958 | 7 | 7 |
| 1957 | 10 | 10 |
| 1956 | 5 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 | 6 |
| 1953 | 12 | 12 |
| 1952 | 8 | 8 |
| 1951 | 7 | 7 |
| 1950 | 8 | 8 |
| 1949 | 8 | 8 |
| 1948 | 8 | 8 |
| 1947 | 6 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 |
| 1945 | 9 | 9 |
| 1944 | 8 | 8 |
| 1943 | 11 | 11 |
| 1942 | 14 | 14 |
| 1941 | 11 | 11 |
| 1940 | 10 | 10 |
| 1939 | 11 | 11 |
| 1938 | 11 | 11 |
| 1937 | 9 | 9 |
| 1936 | 10 | 10 |
| 1935 | 12 | 12 |
| 1934 | 7 | 7 |
| 1933 | 11 | 11 |
| 1932 | 8 | 8 |
| 1931 | 9 | 9 |
| 1930 | 15 | 15 |
| 1929 | 14 | 14 |
| 1928 | 18 | 18 |
| 1927 | 14 | 14 |
| 1926 | 18 | 18 |
| 1925 | 13 | 13 |
| 1924 | 10 | 10 |
| 1923 | 17 | 17 |
| 1922 | 23 | 23 |
| 1921 | 15 | 15 |
| 1920 | 20 | 20 |
| 1919 | 13 | 13 |
| 1918 | 18 | 18 |
| 1917 | 22 | 22 |
| 1916 | 31 | 31 |
| 1915 | 24 | 24 |
| 1914 | 20 | 20 |
| 1913 | 19 | 19 |
| 1912 | 13 | 13 |
| 1911 | 7 | 7 |
| 1909 | 7 | 7 |
| 1905 | 5 | 5 |
| 1903 | 6 | 6 |
| 1901 | 7 | 7 |
| 1899 | 5 | 5 |
| 1897 | 7 | 7 |
| 1896 | 9 | 9 |
| 1895 | 8 | 8 |
| 1893 | 5 | 5 |
| 1892 | 5 | 5 |
| 1891 | 8 | 8 |
| 1890 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Sigurd (1930)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 5 |