Siegmund

German

"victorious protection"

Siegmund Origin and Meaning

The name Siegmund is a boy's name of German origin.

Siegmund is a masculine German name with ancient Germanic roots, combining the elements 'sieg' meaning 'victory' and 'mund' meaning 'protection' or 'hand.' This powerful name appears in Germanic mythology and was made famous through Wagner's opera 'Die Walküre,' where Siegmund is a heroic character. The name has several spelling variations, including Sigmund and Sigismund. While not common in English-speaking countries, it maintains some usage in German-speaking regions. Siegmund carries connotations of strength, protection, and triumph. The name gained some recognition through Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis. Siegmund offers parents seeking a masculine name with historical depth and strong meaning a distinctive option with Germanic heritage.

Famous People Named Siegmund

• Siegmund von Hausegger Austrian composer
• (Adam Wilhelm) Siegmund Günther German geographer and mathematician
• Siegmund George Warburg German,British merchant banker
• Siegmund Lubin (born Zygmunt Lubszyński) German,American film pioneer
• Siegmund Jakob Baumgarten German theologian
• Siegmund Nimsgern German bass,baritone