Sigma Female Personality Traits Explained

Co-authored by Hannah Madden

You may have heard of sigma males, but did you know there are sigma females, too? These unique women don’t fit neatly into the “alpha” or “beta” archetypes—instead, they’re in a league of their own. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about sigma females and their personality traits.

Things You Should Know

A sigma female is loyal, assertive, and independent. She doesn’t follow trends or care what other people think about her.
Sigma females are charismatic, but can also be introverted and keep to themselves. They have very high standards for friendships and relationships.
Alpha females are outspoken and social, while sigma females are introverted and keep to themselves.

Section 1 of 7:

What is a sigma female?

A sigma female is independent, loyal, and assertive. “Sigma” is a personality archetype that was created to contrast alpha and beta. Sigma women don’t care about peer pressure or societal norms: they do what they want when they want to. She can be a bit of a lone wolf, but she’s charming and charismatic when she wants to be. A sigma woman is very similar to a sigma man in terms of personality.^{[1]
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Sigma Female Personality Traits

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She’s loyal. Sigma women are careful about who they let into their life. Therefore, when they find a close friend or partner, they’re never going to betray their trust. Sigma women tend to have a handful of close friends rather than a dozen acquaintances, because they value loyalty and closeness so much.^{[2]
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She’s independent. You’ll never catch a sigma woman relying on someone else to meet her needs. Sigma women value their independence, and they love the fact that no one else holds power over them. This can be intimidating to friends and romantic partners, but a sigma woman wouldn’t have it any other way.^{[3]
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She’s honest. A sigma woman will always tell it to you like it is, even if it’s a little harsh. She’s the kind of friend you’d go to for real advice, not someone who will placate or coddle you. Since she’s so honest with the people in her life, she expects her friends to be honest with her, too—lying to a sigma woman is not a good idea, and she may cut you off for good.^{[4]
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She’s charismatic. While sigma women do tend to be quiet, they can also be very charming when they want to be. People often describe a sigma woman as magnetic—there’s just something about her vibe that makes you want to be around her.^{[5]
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She is mysterious. You’ll never catch a sigma woman spilling her secrets to a stranger. Instead, she keeps her emotions close to her chest, and she can be perceived as a little closed-off. However, she can open up to the right people once she trusts them.^{[6]
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She can be intimidating. Because of her quiet nature and her natural distrust of others, many people say that sigma women are a little intimidating at first. It can be tough to approach her and get a conversation started; but once you do, you’re bound to have a great time.^{[7]
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She’s introverted. More often than not, sigma women prefer spending time alone than spending time with other people. This doesn’t mean that she doesn’t have friends, it just means that she values time on her own to rest and recharge. Her introversion can make her seem a bit standoffish at times, but it’s just how she relaxes.^{[8]
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She’s not afraid to do her own thing. Sigma women play by their own rules, and they don’t care what anyone else thinks of them. You’ll often find her doing whatever she wants, even if society says she shouldn’t. She doesn’t care about trends or the latest craze—instead, she cares more about herself and her own feelings.^{[9]
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She’s not judgmental or dramatic. A sigma woman tends to shy away from drama, because she finds it exhausting. Similarly, you’ll never catch a sigma female passing judgment upon you, especially if she doesn’t know you well. She doesn’t care about drama or being judgmental simply because she doesn’t care that much about what other people are doing.^{[10]
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She has high standards, and doesn’t settle. When it comes to finding a romantic partner, sigma woman can be very picky. However, this just shows that she knows what she wants and how she wants it. It's rare find a sigma woman crying over someone breaking her heart—instead, you’ll probably hear about her dumping someone because they couldn’t live up to her standards.^{[11]
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She embraces new experiences and challenges. Always up for adventure, a sigma woman doesn’t shy away from new situations. She wants to explore the world and learn more about herself, even if it means doing it on her own.^{[12]
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She’s committed to self-improvement. Sigma women often want to better themselves so they can reach their goals. They know that getting what they want takes time, and they aren’t afraid to dedicate months (or even years) to doing so.^{[13]
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She doesn’t care about social media. Many sigma women don’t use social media, and if they do, they use it sparingly. It’s because they don’t care about other people’s opinions—since social media focuses on getting validation from others, they don’t see the need to use it often.^{[14]
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Sigma Females in Relationships

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Sigma women tend to be compatible with alpha and sigma partners. This is because they prefer people who are assertive, independent, and driven. Alphas and sigmas can make great partners with the alpha taking the spotlight and the sigma assisting,^{[15]
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- Sigma women tend to be less compatible with beta partners, because they tend to dislike passivity in a partner.^{[17]
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Sigma women tend to be loyal, honest, and nonjudgmental lovers. Once they find someone they care about, they are dedicated to being a good partner.^{[18]
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Her detachment and pickiness in dating may be obstacles. A sigma woman may hesitate to get close to people, both because of her high standards and her desire to avoid losing control. She also may be too blunt if she hasn't learned to temper her honesty with consideration of others' feelings. This means she can push people away if she isn't mindful of her behavior.

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Difference between Alpha and Sigma Female

Alpha women are more social and outspoken than sigma women. Alpha and sigma women share many of the same traits, but an alpha woman prefers to make her presence know. They are known as social butterflies, and they tend to command a room whenever they walk into it. Sigma women, on the other hand, fly a little more under the radar and aren’t as outspoken.^{[19]
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Are sigma females rare?

Yes, sigma women are considered rare. Since they’re so independent and well-rounded, sigma women are less common than other personality archetypes. If you are a sigma woman, you can consider yourself one of the lucky few.^{[20]
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What are the 6 female personality archetypes?

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Alpha female An alpha woman commands a room. Often the leader of their pack, they aren’t afraid to take charge and tell others what to do. If you know an alpha female, you aren’t likely to overlook her: she makes her presence known no matter what.^{[21]
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Sigma female A sigma woman is strong like an alpha, but she’s a little more of a lone wolf. She has close friends, but she often prefers to spend time on her own. She’s loyal and values honesty, and she isn’t afraid to tell it like it is.^{[22]
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Beta female Beta women are sensitive and in tune with their own emotions (and the emotions of others). They are often the caretakers and the peacekeepers, preferring to fade into the background than stand out in the spotlight. Their hard work keeps teams cohesive and strong. They may have trouble setting boundaries and can sometimes be taken advantage of by their friends.^{[23]
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Gamma female Gamma women enjoy balanced and well-planned lives. They are funny and fun-loving, but also incredibly organized and on top of things. They work hard to keep their lives in order.^{[24]
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Delta female A delta woman is relaxed, cautious, and introverted. She seldom leaves her comfort zone, preferring to consistently spend her time on her skills and interests. She likes her peace and quiet, and is less social than the other personality archetypes in the group.^{[26]
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Omega female Omega women are generally shy, introverted, intellectual, and sensitive. Their intellectual curiosity means they tend to be bookish with lots of hobbies. Their sensitive and sweet attitude can be endearing, but also may lead to struggles with bottled-up emotions. Once they get close to people, they show their deeply loyal and passionate side.^{[29]
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Keeping Perspective

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Avoid taking the idea of Greek letter personalities too seriously. Much like horoscopes or MBTI, they're an idea people came up with to create broad categories of people.^{[31]
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- Don't use these personalities to limit who you date, befriend, or are polite to. You could end up missing out on someone wonderful.
- These ideas became popular in far-right online spaces that hold negative ideas towards women.^{[33]
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Did You Know? The idea of "alpha," "beta," and other wolves came from observing stressed wolves in captivity. In their natural habitat, the monogamous parents lead the pack and fights for dominance are rare to nonexistent.^{[34]
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Don't put women (or anyone) down based on personality type. No kind is "better" or "worse" than another. For example, a world without beta women would have much more stress and friction, and a world without omega women would lose out on many of its experts and specialists. Each personality brings something unique and important to the world.
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Don't forget to get to know her as a person. Women are nuanced with many layers. A sigma woman might not match every stereotype and she may surprise you. Don't let one category limit how you see her—one of the biggest things you shouldn't do to a sigma woman is tell her who she can be.