The '15 Signs You're a Sigma Male' meme originates from the internet's obsession with the socio-sexual hierarchy, specifically the 'Sigma'—a lone wolf who exists outside the traditional alpha-beta dynamic. Initially appearing in pseudo-psychological self-help articles and YouTube 'grindset' videos, the concept was quickly satirized by meme culture. It often features imagery of Patrick Bateman from American Psycho or characters from Drive. The meme typically lists absurd, hyper-masculine, or antisocial traits, mocking the serious nature of influencers who prioritize extreme solitude and financial success. Today, it serves as a staple of irony in the 'Literally Me' and 'Phonk' edit communities, used to highlight the absurdity of modern lifestyle labels.