Sigur

Sigur is a masculine given name of Nordic origin commonly used in Icelandic contexts. In Icelandic practice it appears both as a standalone given name and as a diminutive or short form of longer names such as Sigurður. The name is traditionally linked to the Old Norse root sigr, meaning victory.

Usage and distribution: Sigur remains most common in Iceland and among Icelandic-speaking communities. It is relatively rare in many other regions and languages, though it may appear in diaspora populations and in works that draw on Nordic naming conventions.

Variants and related names: The name Sigur is related to other Norse-derived names such as Sigurðar and Sigurd; it shares the same root element meaning "victory" with several cognate names across Germanic languages.

Cultural references: In literature and media with Nordic settings, Sigur is sometimes used as a character name, reflecting its traditional roots. However, beyond regional usage, it does not identify a specific widely known person or work.

See also: Sigurd, Sigurðr.