Sybil: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A prophetess of ancient wisdom and vision.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1887
- Peak
- #282 in 1919
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Sybil Means
Sybil is a girl name of English origin. A prophetess of ancient wisdom and vision.
How Popular Sybil Is
Sybil currently ranks #1887 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #282 in 1919. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Sybil
- Sybil peaked at #282 in the U.S. in 1919.
- Sybil is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Sybil is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
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Sibling Names for Sybil
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Questions About Sybil
What does Sybil mean?
Sybil is a girl name of English origin. A prophetess of ancient wisdom and vision.
How popular is Sybil?
Sybil currently ranks #1887 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #282 in 1919. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Sybil come from?
Sybil comes from English roots. Sybil peaked at #282 in the U.S. in 1919.
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