Sybilla Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsi-BIL-uh / sɪˈbɪləLatin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: prophetess; Greek: of the Sibyls
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sybilla is derived from the Latin word 'sibilla', which refers to a female prophet or oracle in ancient times. In Greek mythology, the Sibyls were women believed to possess prophetic powers. The name has been used in various cultures throughout history, often associated with wisdom and foresight. It has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions and eras.
Trend Summary
The name Sybilla has experienced fluctuating popularity, with a resurgence in interest in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sybille
- Sibyl
International Variants
- Sibylle (French)
- Sibilla (Italian)
- Sibyl (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sybilla was first seen in the United States in 1880. Sybilla has ranked as high as #842 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Sybilla has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |