Ziggy

Ziggy is a diminutive form of the name Zigmund, which is derived from the German name Siegmund. Siegmund is a combination of the Germanic elements 'sigu,' meaning 'victory,' and 'mund,' meaning 'protection.'

The name Ziggy gained popularity in the late 20th century, thanks in part to its association with the stage persona of musician David Bowie, who was known as Ziggy Stardust.

While Ziggy is traditionally a masculine name, it has been used for both boys and girls in recent years. This is likely due to the increasing trend of using diminutive or nickname-style names as given names, regardless of their original gender associations.

Despite its modern use, the name Ziggy has roots in Germanic culture and mythology, where names related to victory and protection were often given to children as a way of bestowing blessings and strength upon them.