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Sibilla
Sibyl, prophetess
Origin
Greek
Used in
itde
Origin and meaning of Sibilla
Sibilla takes up the Greek Síbylla, the name of the sibyls, the prophetesses of antiquity who revealed the will of the gods — the Cumaean and Delphic ones being the most famous. It therefore means 'prophetess, seer' and carries an aura of mysterious, inspired wisdom. Michelangelo immortalised them on the Sistine Chapel ceiling. In Italy it is a refined, uncommon name chosen for its literary elegance; it is also known in German-speaking lands as Sibylle and Sybille.
Variants around the world
How Sibilla sounds in other languages.
SibylSibylleSybilleSybilla
Famous people
- Sibilla Aleramo— writer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sibilla mean?
The name Sibilla means Sibyl, prophetess.
What is the origin of the name Sibilla?
Origin of Sibilla: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Sibilla?
International variants of Sibilla: Sibyl, Sibylle, Sybille, and Sybilla.