Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2025 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company

      Meaning of the first name
      Sif

      Origin 
      Scandinavian

      Meaning 
      Bride

      Variations 
      Asif, Ife, Sef

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Sif has its origins in Scandinavian culture and is derived from Old Norse. In this historical context, Sif was known to represent the concept of a bride. This association is deeply rooted in Norse mythology, where Sif was revered as the wife of Thor, the god of thunder. According to ancient tales, Sif possessed golden hair, which symbolized her beauty and fertility. Her name, therefore, became synonymous with the concept of a bride, representing purity, grace, and marital devotion.

      Although predominantly rooted in Norse mythology, the name Sif has evolved over time and found its place in modern-day usage as well. Considering its historical significance and unique origins, Sif maintains a degree of popularity as a feminine given name in Scandinavian regions. Parents often choose this name for their daughters, seeking to honor the cultural heritage and mythology associated with Sif. Moreover, Sif has also made its way into popular culture through the representation of characters, notably in literature and entertainment mediums. These modern interpretations serve as a testament to the enduring allure and relevance of the name Sif, carrying on its legacy from ancient times into the present day.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Sif.
      Eriksson

      is the most common surname for Sif.

      Rolf

      is the most common spouse name for Sif.

      Sif

      is the most common child name for Sif.

      Start your curiosity engines.

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Free Trial
      Order Ancestry
      did_you_know_bar
      Based on our records...
      Did you know?
      1920 is when there were the most people born with the first name Sif.

      We'll guide you through the process of building and growing your tree

      Explore the origins of another name.