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Siffre

OriginGerman
Meaning"victorious peace"

About Siffre

Siffre is an extremely rare masculine name that likely derives from a surname of French origin. It may be related to or derived from the Old French name 'Siffrid' or 'Siegfried,' which has Germanic roots meaning 'victory' and 'peace.' The name gained some recognition through Labi Siffre, a British poet, singer-songwriter, and musician known for his work in the 1970s and his influence on later musicians. As a first name, Siffre remains highly unusual, offering a distinctive choice with artistic associations. The French pronunciation would place emphasis on the second syllable, giving it an elegant, sophisticated sound quality that balances uniqueness with cultural heritage.

Pronounced SIF-ruh.

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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.

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  • Claudius Afolabi "Labi" Siffre

    British poet and singer,songwriter

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