Sigurd

At a Glance

Meaning

Old Norse compound of 'victory' and 'guard' – 'guardian of victory'

Origin

Old Norse

Gender

Boy

Pronunciation

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Sigurd is an Old Norse name pronounced SIG-urd, built from the words for 'victory' and 'guard', so it reads as 'guardian of victory'. It has a vintage, romantic, storybook feel with a worldly edge. It's often assumed to be the same name as Siegfried since both belong to the legendary dragon-slayer, but they're related rather than identical: Siegfried pairs 'victory' with 'peace' or 'protection', while Sigurd pairs it with 'guard'.

Meaning & Origin of Sigurd

Meaning: Old Norse compound of 'victory' and 'guard' – 'guardian of victory'.

Origin: Old Norse.

A common claim: Assumed to be essentially the same name as 'Siegfried' since both refer to the same legendary dragon-slayer Actually: They're related but not exact cognates: Sigurd is 'victory' + 'guard', while Siegfried is 'victory' + 'peace/protection'.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Sigurd

Popularity of Sigurd

Sigurd peaked at #757 in 1891, when 8 boys were given the name, and by 2024 it had slipped to #8208 with just 10 babies. That makes it a rare pick today, in U.S. Social Security data going back to 1890.

Names Like Sigurd

These names share Sigurd’s style, era or origin.

• Arvid
• Ivar
• Sigmund
• Britta
• Hedda
• Knut

FAQ

What does the name Sigurd mean?

Old Norse compound of ‘victory’ and ‘guard’ – ‘guardian of victory’. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Sigurd?

Sigurd is pronounced SIG-urd (IPA: /ˈsɪgərd/).

Is Sigurd a popular name right now?

Sigurd peaked at #757 in 1891 and is ranked #8208 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1890–2024.)

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