Siward Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Siward Name at a Glance

Name	Siward
Meaning	'The Tragedy of Macbeth' Siward, Earl of Northumberland, general of the English forces. Also Young Siward, his son.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Siward Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Siward means “'The Tragedy of Macbeth' Siward, Earl of Northumberland, general of the English forces. Also Young Siward, his son”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Siward Name Origin

Our database records Siward under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Siward a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Siward is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Siward

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