Signe
Signe is a girl's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
New victory.
Origin and history
Signe is a traditional Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements meaning new victory. Historically prominent in Norse mythology and folklore, it remains a distinct, understated choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
3,003 babies in the United States have been named Signe since 1880. It ranks #3239 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2008.
States where it is most popular
- MN (49.2 %)
- CA (15.2 %)
- MI (9.7 %)
- WA (5.1 %)
- WI (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 48 |
| 1890-1900 | 228 |
| 1900-1910 | 254 |
| 1910-1920 | 454 |
| 1920-1930 | 269 |
| 1930-1940 | 117 |
| 1940-1950 | 283 |
| 1950-1960 | 292 |
| 1960-1970 | 189 |
| 1970-1980 | 133 |
| 1980-1990 | 110 |
| 1990-2000 | 152 |
| 2000-2010 | 186 |
| 2010-2019 | 195 |
| 2020-2029 | 93 |
Famous people named Signe
- Signe Hasso: Actress
Fun facts
- In Old Norse legend, Signy or Signe is the sister of Sigmund in the Völsunga saga.
- The name combines the Old Norse elements 'sigr' (victory) and 'ný' (new).