Sibyl

At a Glance

Meaning

From the legendary Greek prophetesses called Sibyls; used to mean 'oracle' or 'seer'

Origin

Ancient Greek

Gender

Primarily used for girls

Pronunciation

SIHB-ulListen

Sibyl (SIHB-ul) comes from Ancient Greek and refers to the legendary Greek prophetesses called Sibyls; the word was used to mean 'oracle' or 'seer'. It's a name with a clear, specific story behind it rather than a vague sense of history.

Meaning & Origin of Sibyl

Meaning: From the legendary Greek prophetesses called Sibyls; used to mean 'oracle' or 'seer'.

Origin: Ancient Greek.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Sibyl

Popularity of Sibyl

Sibyl peaked at #376 in 1919, when 299 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #9438, with 11 babies, so a child named Sibyl today would almost never share the name with a classmate.

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FAQ

What does the name Sibyl mean?

From the legendary Greek prophetesses called Sibyls; used to mean ‘oracle’ or ‘seer’. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Sibyl?

Sibyl is pronounced SIHB-ul (IPA: /ˈsɪbəl/).

Is Sibyl a popular name right now?

Sibyl peaked at #376 in 1919 and is ranked #9438 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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