Siegfried
Siegfried is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Victory and peace, derived from the Germanic elements sig (victory) and frid (peace).
Origin and history
Siegfried is a traditional Germanic name composed of elements meaning victory and peace. Historically associated with medieval European legend, including the Nibelungenlied, it remains a distinctive classic in Western culture. In the United States, it is a rare name given to a small number of boys each year.
Popularity in the United States
734 babies in the United States have been named Siegfried since 1880. It ranks #3942 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1883.
States where it is most popular
- CA (68.8 %)
- NY (31.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 72 |
| 1920-1930 | 110 |
| 1930-1940 | 90 |
| 1940-1950 | 20 |
| 1950-1960 | 106 |
| 1960-1970 | 145 |
| 1970-1980 | 47 |
| 1980-1990 | 36 |
| 1990-2000 | 23 |
| 2000-2010 | 6 |
| 2010-2019 | 35 |
| 2020-2029 | 44 |
Famous people named Siegfried
- Siegfried Fischbacher: Illusionist, Entertainer
- Siegfried Sassoon: Poet, Writer
Nicknames
Siggy, Sig
Fun facts
- Siegfried is the central hero in the Epic Middle High German poem Nibelungenlied and Wagner's Ring Cycle operas.
- The name combines the Old High German terms 'sigi' (victory) and 'fridu' (protection or peace).