Siegfried Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZEEG-freed / /ˈziːɡ.friːd/German; Old High German
Meaning
German: victory peace; Old High German: 'sigi' (victory) + 'frid' (peace)
Historical & Cultural Background
Siegfried is a name rooted in Germanic mythology, often associated with the hero of the Nibelungenlied, a medieval epic poem. The character Siegfried is known for his bravery and strength, having slain a dragon and won a treasure. The name has been popular in German-speaking countries and has influenced various cultural works, including operas and literature.
Trend Summary
Siegfried has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in interest, particularly in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Siegfriedt
- Sigfried
International Variants
- Sigfrid (Scandinavian)
- Siegfrid (Dutch)
Famous people named Siegfried
Siegfried Sassoon was an English poet and soldier known for his anti-war writings during World War I.
Siegfried Loraine Sassoon was a British writer and soldier, recognized for his contributions to literature and his experiences in the war.
Siegfried Fischbacher was a German-American magician and entertainer, famous for his performances with Roy Horn in the duo Siegfried & Roy.
Siegfried Kracauer was a German-Jewish philosopher and film theorist, known for his work on the sociology of film.
Fictional characters named Siegfried
Siegfried is a character in Richard Wagner's opera 'Der Ring des Nibelungen', known as a heroic figure who slays a dragon.
Siegfried is a character in the video game series 'Soulcalibur', depicted as a brave knight wielding a sword.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Siegfried was first seen in the United States in 1912. Siegfried has ranked as high as #876 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Siegfried has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Siegfried (1962)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 19 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 14 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 20 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 16 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |