Holding steady.
Popularity of Cybill since 1972
Babies named Cybill per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 64 |
| 1980s | 39 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cybill is a modern English name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972. It reached its peak popularity in 1973, likely influenced by actress Cybill Shepherd, though it never ranked within the top 1000 names for any year. The name has since remained stable but uncommon, with usage concentrated in the 1970s. The spelling 'Cybill' is a distinct variant of the ancient name Sybil, which has classical Greek roots. Despite its low frequency, the name carries a vintage Hollywood feel and remains a rare choice.
Cybill emerged as a modern given name in the 20th century, likely a respelling of Sybil. Sybil derives from the Greek Sibylla, referring to a female prophet or oracle in classical antiquity. The variant Cybill gained some visibility in the 1970s due to actress Cybill Shepherd (born 1950). The spelling with a 'Cy-' may also have been influenced by names like Cynthia or Cyndi.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cy, Billie, Sib
Sibling names for Cybill
Names that share Cybill's style, for a brother or sister.
