Cybil
Cybil: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Cybil
- A female given name from Ancient Greek. A 20th century spelling variant of Sybil.
How popular is Cybil?
Since 1880, 593 girls in the U.S. have been named Cybil. Its highest rank for girls was #1884 in 1975. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Cybil FAQ
What does the name Cybil mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. A 20th century spelling variant of Sybil.
What is the origin of the name Cybil?
Cybil is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Cybil?
Since 1880, 593 girls in the U.S. have been named Cybil. Its highest rank for girls was #1884 in 1975. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Cybil a boy or girl name?
Cybil is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 593 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.