Meaning, origin, history
Sihtric, of Anglo-Saxon origin, is a masculine given name derived from Old Norse elements 'sið' meaning 'peace' and 'ríkr' meaning 'powerful'. It was borne by several historical figures in England during the Viking Age, most notably Sihtric Cáech, a 10th-century King of Northumbria who ruled jointly with his brother Uhtred. This name fell out of use after the Middle Ages but has seen a recent resurgence in popularity as part of the wider trend towards unique and historical names.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Sihtric since 1880
Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
2022
5 births
in 2022
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
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vs previous 5 years