Sibyl
Sibyl is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Prophetess or oracle.
Origin and history
Sibyl is derived from the Ancient Greek word for a prophetess or oracle. Historically present in Greek mythology and Christian art, it enjoyed popularity in the early 20th century. Today, it remains a rare, vintage choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
4,464 babies in the United States have been named Sibyl since 1880. It ranks #2625 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2007.
States where it is most popular
- TX (25.4 %)
- AR (12.5 %)
- GA (8.6 %)
- AL (8.4 %)
- OK (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 58 |
| 1890-1900 | 174 |
| 1900-1910 | 270 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,159 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,000 |
| 1930-1940 | 394 |
| 1940-1950 | 332 |
| 1950-1960 | 350 |
| 1960-1970 | 268 |
| 1970-1980 | 157 |
| 1980-1990 | 80 |
| 1990-2000 | 24 |
| 2000-2010 | 6 |
| 2010-2019 | 98 |
| 2020-2029 | 94 |
Famous people named Sibyl
- Sibyl Wilbur: Journalist, Author
- Sibyl Hathaway: Dame of Sark, Ruler
- Sibyl Moholy-Nagy: Architectural historian, Art critic
Nicknames
Sib, Sibby, Billie
Fun facts
- In ancient Greece and Rome, sibyls were holy women who delivered divine prophecies at sacred sites.
- Although 'Sybil' became the dominant spelling in English literature, 'Sibyl' is closer to the original Greek etymology.