Siegfried derived from the Germanic elements sigu "victory" and frid "peace". Siegfried was a hero from Germanic legend, chief character in the 'Nibelungenlied'. He secretly helped the Burgundian king Günther overcome the challenges set out by the Icelandic queen Brünhild so that Günther might win her hand. In exchange, Günther consented to the marriage of Siegfried and his sister Kriemhild.
Saintly namesake: Sigfrid of Sweden was an English missionary bishop who helped bring Christianity to Sweden in the 11th century. He is remembered for his evangelizing work and is honored as a saint in Scandinavia. (February 15 · 11th century)
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