Sibyl
Meaning of Sibyl
Sibyl is a female name that has its origins in Greek mythology. In ancient times, a sibyl was a prophetess or oracle who possessed the ability to see the future and communicate with the gods. The name Sibyl is derived from the Greek word "sibylla," meaning "prophetess." It is often associated with wisdom, insight, and mystical abilities. The English pronunciation of Sibyl is SYE-buhl (/ˈsaɪbəl/). Variations of the name include Sybil. Over the years, Sibyl has maintained a moderate level of popularity in the United States. While it hasn't been among the most popular names, it has remained consistently used since the early 1900s.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SYE-buhl (/ˈsaɪbəl/)
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Notable People Named Sibyl
| Sibyl de Neufmarché, Countess of Hereford, was a prominent Cambro-Norman noblewoman with strong connections to the nobility of Wales, England, and Normandy. |
| Sibyl Moholy-Nagy was a German architectural and art historian known for her study of her second husband, the Hungarian Bauhaus artist László Moholy-Nagy's work and her contributions to architectural history. |
| Sibyl Taite Widdows (1876–1960) was a British scientist and member of the Chemistry department at the London School of Medicine for Women for 40 years. |
| Sibyl Sanderson was a renowned American operatic dramatic coloratura soprano in the Parisian Belle Époque era. |
| Sibyl Schwarzenbach is an American philosopher and Professor Emerita of Philosophy at the City University of New York, known for her contributions to ethics and political philosophy. |
