Sibyl
Pronunciation: [ s-IHB-uhl ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Sibyl first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,054 babies have been named Sibyl in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sibyl is past its peak , currently ranked #9,718 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,718
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Sibyl
Sibyl is a girl name .
Sibyl is currently ranked #9,718 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sibyl include Sib, Siy, Siie, and Sibkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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