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Sybil

Pronunciation: [ s-IHB-ihl ]

Boy Name #31,736 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Sybil is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-IHB-ihl.

Parents who love the name Sybil often also consider Sylvia, Sybilla, Sylvester .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#31,736
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Syb Syy Sybie

Also a Girl Name

Sybil is also used as a girl name, ranked #1556.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sybil

Is Sybil a boy or girl name?
Sybil is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #31736. As a girl name, it is ranked #1556. Sybil is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Sybil?
Sybil is pronounced s-IHB-ihl.
How popular is the name Sybil?
Sybil is currently ranked #31736 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sybil?
Common nicknames for Sybil include Syb, Syy, and Sybie.
Is Sybil a common or rare name?
Sybil is an uncommon name, ranked #31736 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Sybil

Sybil is a boy name .

Is Sybil a boy or girl name? Sybil is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #31,736 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,556. Sybil is more commonly used as a girl name.

Sybil is currently ranked #31,736 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Sybil include Syb, Syy, and Sybie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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