Sibyl
Sibyl: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɪ.bəl/
Meaning and origin of Sibyl
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
Latin Sibylla, Ancient Greek Σίβυλλα (Síbulla, “sibyl”), name of ancient Greek prophetesses.
How popular is Sibyl?
Since 1880, 4,464 girls in the U.S. have been named Sibyl. Its highest rank for girls was #376 in 1919. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibyl FAQ
What does the name Sibyl mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. Latin Sibylla, Ancient Greek Σίβυλλα (Síbulla, “sibyl”), name of ancient Greek prophetesses.
What is the origin of the name Sibyl?
Sibyl is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Sibyl?
Since 1880, 4,464 girls in the U.S. have been named Sibyl. Its highest rank for girls was #376 in 1919. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sibyl a boy or girl name?
Sibyl is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,464 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.