Sible
About Sible
Sible is a rare feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Sibyl, derived from the Greek "sibylla" meaning "prophetess," referring to the oracular priestesses of ancient Greece. Alternatively, it could be a shortened form of names like Sibella or a dialectal variant found in certain English regions. Historically, Sible appears in some medieval records and as a place name in Essex, England (Sible Hedingham). The name carries an air of mysticism and ancient wisdom through its connection to the prophetic sibyls. While never common, Sible has persisted as an uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive name with historical resonance.
Pronounced SIB-ul.
As of October 2026, Sible ranked #5165 in US births in 1945 SSA, peaked at #2923 in 1925.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |