Siri
Siri is an girl name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Beautiful victory”.
| Meaning | Beautiful victory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old Norse |
| Pronunciation | SEE-ree |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Norway, Sweden |
Meaning and origin of Siri
Siri is a Scandinavian short form of Sigrid, from Old Norse Sigríðr 'beautiful victory'. It became an independent name in Norway and Sweden in the twentieth century. Since 2011 many people also know it as the name of Apple's voice assistant, which reportedly drew on the Norwegian name. In Scandinavia it remains an ordinary, well-liked girls' name.
Is Siri a religious name?
Siri has Norse roots and no religious meaning.
How popular is Siri?
Well used in Norway and Sweden; rare elsewhere, partly because of the voice assistant.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Siri mean?
Siri means 'Beautiful victory'. It is of Old Norse origin.
Does Siri have a religious meaning?
Siri has Norse roots and no religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Siri?
Siri is pronounced SEE-ree.
Is Siri a boy or girl name?
Siri is usually a girl name.