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Name Origin

Sigurd is a masculine given name of Norse origin. It is derived from Old Norse words meaning 'victory' (sigr) and 'guardian' or 'protector' (vardr). Therefore, Sigurd traditionally means 'victorious guardian' or 'protector of victory'.

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Famous People

Sigurd I (-892)

King of Norway

  • Unified Norway under his rule

Sigurd the Mighty

Viking leader

  • Led raids on England and France
  • Featured in Norse sagas

Sigurd Leemann (1927-)

Swiss architect

  • Known for his innovative concrete designs

Sigurd Slåttøy (1950-)

Norwegian poet and novelist

  • Won the Norwegian Critics Prize for Literature in 2008