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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Prophetess, oracle
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- SIB-il
Sybil is a girl's name with Greek roots, pronounced SIB-il (IPA /ˈsɪbɪl). Its meaning is "prophetess, oracle," a straightforward, weighty meaning for parents who want something with real linguistic history behind it. It reads as a clean, modern pick today rather than a name tied to a particular era.
Meaning & Origin of Sybil
Meaning: Prophetess, oracle.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Sybil
SIB-ilIPA /ˈsɪbɪl/
Popularity of Sybil
Sybil has been recorded in Social Security data since 1881, and it had its biggest moment in 1919, ranking #282 with 515 babies. By 2024 it had fallen to #1564 with just 136 babies, making it a genuinely rare choice today.
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FAQ
What does the name Sybil mean?
Prophetess, oracle. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Sybil?
Sybil is pronounced SIB-il (IPA: /ˈsɪbɪl/).
Is Sybil a popular name right now?
Sybil peaked at #282 in 1919 and is ranked #1564 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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