Find out how popular the first name Sibil has been for the last 1 years (from 1974 to 1974) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sibil by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Sibil is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1974, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sibil.

The history of the first name Sibil

The name Sibil is believed to have its origins in the ancient Greek language. It is derived from the Greek word "sibylla," which referred to a prophetess or oracle. The word "sibylla" itself is thought to have come from an older word, potentially of Semitic or Persian origin, meaning "to prophesize" or "to divine."

In Greek mythology, the Sibyl was a figure who possessed the gift of prophecy and was often consulted for her ability to foretell the future. The most famous Sibyl was the Cumaean Sibyl, who was said to have guided Aeneas on his journey to Italy and whose prophecies were recorded in the Sibylline Books, a collection of oracular utterances that played an important role in ancient Roman religion.

The earliest recorded use of the name Sibil can be traced back to ancient Rome, where it was sometimes used as a feminine name. One notable figure from this period was Sibilla, a Roman noblewoman who lived in the 1st century AD and was the wife of the Roman senator Lucius Arruntius.

During the Middle Ages, the name Sibil gained popularity in various parts of Europe, particularly in England and France. One famous bearer of the name was Sibil of Anjou (1092-1165), a Norman noblewoman who was the wife of Robert Curthose, Duke of Normandy.

In the 13th century, a Sibil of Marbeuf (c. 1220-1270) was a French mystic and visionary who claimed to have received divine revelations. Her writings and teachings gained a following, although they were eventually condemned by the Church.

Another notable figure was Sibilla of Jerusalem (c. 1190-1252), a Crusader princess who was the daughter of Amalric II of Jerusalem and the mother of Baldwin IV of Jerusalem.

In the Renaissance period, the name Sibil was used by several Italian artists and writers, including Sibilla Aleramo (1876-1960), an Italian novelist and feminist who wrote the autobiographical work "Una donna" (A Woman).

Throughout history, the name Sibil has been associated with prophecy, mysticism, and spiritual insight, reflecting its ancient Greek origins. While it has been used across various cultures, it has maintained a connection to its mythological and oracular roots.

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