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The first name Siglinde is an alternative spelling of Sieglinde. Translated, it means "the victorious shield goddess", "the gentle victor", "the one born under the victorious shield", "the victory with the shield made of lime wood", or "the one who is victorious through the shield".
What does the name Siglinde mean?
Siglinde is a modified form of the name Sieglinde. Its translation is "the victorious shield goddess", "the gentle victor", "the one born under the victorious shield", "the victory with the shield made of lime wood", or "the one who is victorious through the shield". The name has its roots in Old High German and consists of two elements: the first element 'sigu', which means "the victory", and the second element 'lind', which stands for "mild", "soft", "supple", "delicate", "gentle", and "friendly", or 'linta', which means "the lime tree" and "the lime wood shield". The name gained recognition through the old German Nibelungenlied, where Siegfried's mother bears this name. Richard Wagner also adapted this legend in his opera "Die Walküre". Variants include Sieglind, Siglind, Segolene, Zelinda, and Zyglinda.
Where does the name Siglinde come from?
The name Siglinde has its roots in Old High German and means "the victorious shield goddess". The word components consist of 'sigu' for "the victory" and 'lind' for "mild", "soft", "supple", "delicate", "gentle", "friendly", or 'linta' for "the lime tree", "the lime wood shield". The name is used in the languages German, Norwegian, and Swedish.
How do you pronounce Siglinde?
The pronunciation of the name Siglinde is three syllables and sounds melodic. It is pronounced as "Sig-lin-de" [ˈziːɡlɪndə] or [ˈsɪɡlɪndə]. The bright "i" in the onset harmoniously connects with the gentle middle syllable "-lin-". The "l" provides a smooth transition, while the ending "-de" gently fades out, giving the name an elegant touch. Siglinde thus appears harmonious and tradition-conscious - a name with a clear structure, friendly brightness, and stable radiance.
When is the name day of Siglinde?
The name days for Siglinde are May 30, July 24, and July 31.
Popularity
In Germany, Siglinde is among the rarer first names. In 2015, it ranked 4,092nd on the list of the most common female first names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2011 at 2,438th place. In the last ten years, Siglinde has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,639th.
Nicknames & pet names
Linde / Lindi / Sigi
Similar first names
Famous people
- Siglinde Bolbecher (Austrian historian)
- Siglinde Kallnbach (artist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Siglinde
What is the origin of the name Siglinde?
The name Siglinde has its roots in Old High German. It is composed of the elements 'sigu', which means 'the victory', and 'lind', which stands for 'mild' or 'gentle'.
What does the name Siglinde mean?
Siglinde is translated as 'the victorious shield goddess' or 'the gentle victor'. Other interpretations refer to the victory with a shield made of lime wood.
How popular is the name Siglinde?
Siglinde has gained recognition primarily through the Nibelungenlied and Richard Wagner's opera 'Die Walküre'. However, the name is rather rare in contemporary times.