Sigrid

girlOld Norse

Sigrid is an girl name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Beautiful victory”.

MeaningBeautiful victory
GenderGirl
OriginOld Norse
PronunciationSIG-rid
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inNorway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland

Meaning and origin of Sigrid

Sigrid comes from Old Norse Sigríðr, made of sigr 'victory' and fríðr 'beautiful, beloved'. Sigrid the Haughty, a queen remembered in the sagas, is an early bearer. The Norwegian novelist Sigrid Undset won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1928 for her medieval novels. The name has a strong but warm sound and gives the short form Siri.

Is Sigrid a religious name?

Sigrid is a Scandinavian heritage name with no religious meaning.

How popular is Sigrid?

A classic that has returned to fashion in Norway and Sweden.

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Spellings and variants of Sigrid

SiriSigríðurSigritSigri

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sigrid mean?

Sigrid means 'Beautiful victory'. It is of Old Norse origin.

Does Sigrid have a religious meaning?

Sigrid is a Scandinavian heritage name with no religious meaning.

How do you pronounce Sigrid?

Sigrid is pronounced SIG-rid.

Is Sigrid a boy or girl name?

Sigrid is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.