Sibyl
girl name#5410 in 2025Sibyl entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #375 in 1919, ranks #5410 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#5410
rank today
#375
peak (1919)
23
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #806 |
| 1890s | #775 |
| 1900s | #698 |
| 1910s | #635 |
| 1920s | #776 |
| 1930s | #1142 |
| 1940s | #1508 |
| 1950s | #1763 |
| 1960s | #2443 |
| 1970s | #4194 |
| 1980s | #7671 |
| 1990s | #12127 |
| 2000s | #15152 |
| 2010s | #8307 |
| 2020s | #7238 |
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Sibyl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sibyl alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sibyl in 2025?
- Sibyl ranks #5410 among US girl names in 2025, with 23 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sibyl most popular?
- Sibyl peaked in 1919, reaching #375 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sibyl with classmates?
- Sibyl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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