Origin:Greek
Meaning:Prophetess, oracle
Sybelle is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “prophetess, oracle.” It originates from the sibyls of Greek mythology, women who were believed to have prophetic powers and to deliver messages from the gods. Most commonly spelled Sybil, this name was most popular in the 1920s and 30s. However, it has recently experienced a revival thanks to Lady Sybil from Downton Abbey. Other variants of this elegant, vintage-sounding name include Sibyl, Sibilla, Sibylle, Cybill, and more.
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