Sigmund
Meaning of Sigmund
Sigmund is a male name with origins in Germanic languages. It is pronounced as SIG-muhnd (/ˈsɪɡmənd/) in English and ZIG-muhnd (/ˈzɪɡmənd/) in German. The name has variations such as Sigismund. In terms of popularity, Sigmund was recorded among the newborns in Ohio from the early 1900s onwards. In 1918, it was given to 10 babies and ranked 334th in terms of popularity. Over the years, its occurrence and rank varied but remained relatively consistent. The name Sigmund has an intriguing history and can be a unique choice for parents looking for a distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SIG-muhnd (/ˈsɪɡmənd/)
German
- Pronunced as ZIG-muhnd (/ˈzɪɡmənd/)
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Notable People Named Sigmund
| Sigmund Freud was an Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis, a clinical method for evaluating and treating pathologies through dialogue between patient and psychoanalyst. |
| Sigmund Romberg was a Hungarian-born American composer famous for his musicals and operettas, including The Student Prince, The Desert Song, and The New Moon. |
| Rear Admiral Sigmund R. Petersen is a retired career officer who served in various branches of the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey Corps and its successors, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps, where he served as the fourth Director. |
| Sigmund Fraenkel, also known as Sigmund Fränkel, was an Austrian chemist known for his work in physiological chemistry and his leadership at the Ludwig-Spiegler-Stiftung in Vienna. |
