How Many People Are Named Sigurd?

Complete statistics for the name Sigurd: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Sigurd
Very Rare
Old Norse

Sigurd means 'victory spear' in Old Norse, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 1,184,512 Americans are named Sigurd, with just 279 living today. The majority, 82%, are over 60, showing its strong connection to older generations.

~279
Living in US
1 in 1,184,512
Americans
1916
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Victory spear
🌐
Origin
Old Norse
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Brave Determined Noble
33
Life Path Number

Life path number 33 is often associated with leadership and humanitarian efforts, suggesting those named Sigurd might excel in roles where they can inspire and guide others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

13,409
Worldwide Bearers
#50,196
Global Rank
🇳🇴 Norway
5,998
🇩🇪 Germany
3,881
🇩🇰 Denmark
1,184
🇺🇸 United States
749
🇸🇪 Sweden
619
🇦🇹 Austria
222
🇧🇪 Belgium
123
🇨🇦 Canada
79
🇳🇱 Netherlands
74
🇫🇮 Finland
61

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
279 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 83
134
Would be under 30 (16%)
19
Would be 30–60 (2%)
700
Would be over 60 (82%)

All 853 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1916

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
86
Classic Feel
89
Modern Appeal
21
International
97

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Sigurd Through the Generations

Throughout the decades, Sigurd has maintained a very niche presence, peaking in popularity way back in 1916 with 31 births. Today, there are 279 people named Sigurd living in the United States, with the average age sitting at 83 years old. The age distribution reveals a significant skew towards the elderly, with 700 individuals over the age of 60, compared to just 134 under 30 and 19 between 30 and 60.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Minnesota 42
New York 6
Illinois 5
North Dakota 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sigurd's Old Norse roots

📄 About the Name Sigurd

How Many People Have the Name Sigurd?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 279 people in the United States currently share the name Sigurd. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,184,512 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sigurd a Common or Rare Name?

Sigurd is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Sigurd Mean?

Sigurd means "victory spear" and comes from Old Norse origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Sigurd in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Sigurd Most Popular?

The name Sigurd reached peak popularity in 1916, with 31 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Sigurd?

Approximately 279 people named Sigurd live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 853. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,184,512 Americans.

Is Sigurd a rare name?

Sigurd is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,184,512 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sigurd mean?

Sigurd means "victory spear" and comes from Old Norse origins.

Is Sigurd more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Sigurd are male and 0% are female.

When was Sigurd most popular?

Sigurd peaked in 1916 with 31 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US279
All-Time Births853
1 in X1 in 1,184,512
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age83
Peak Year1916
World Rank#50,196
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.