Declining since 2017, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Signe since 1884
Babies named Signe per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1915, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Signe's real moment was 1892.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 48 |
| 1890s | 228 |
| 1900s | 254 |
| 1910s | 454 |
| 1920s | 269 |
| 1930s | 117 |
| 1940s | 283 |
| 1950s | 292 |
| 1960s | 189 |
| 1970s | 133 |
| 1980s | 110 |
| 1990s | 152 |
| 2000s | 186 |
| 2010s | 195 |
| 2020s | 93 |
Meaning & origin
Signe is a Scandinavian name that has never been common in the United States. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1884 and reached its peak rank of 10,917 in 1892. However, its rarity in the U.S. belies a strong tradition in its home countries. The name is currently falling in U.S. usage, with a trajectory indicating decline since 2017. Despite its low rank, Signe carries an appealing sound and a meaning rooted in victory, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking Nordic heritage.
Signe is a Scandinavian feminine name derived from the Old Norse elements 'sigr' meaning 'victory' and 'nýr' meaning 'new'. The name appears in medieval Norse sagas and was revived in the 19th century alongside other Old Norse names. It is still common in Sweden, Denmark, and Norway.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sigga, Siggy
Sibling names for Signe
Names that share Signe's style, for a brother or sister.
