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Name Origin

Sibylle is a feminine given name of Greek origin. It derives from the Ancient Greek word 'sibylla', meaning 'prophetess'. In ancient Greek mythology, Sibyls were women believed to have prophetic powers and divine inspiration.

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Famous People

Sibylle Bergemann (1941-)

Photographer

  • Known for her documentary photography of Germany in the postwar era.
  • Her work has been exhibited internationally and is held in major museum collections.

Sibylle Baier (1945-)

Singer-songwriter, musician

  • Known for her self-recorded and released album 'Colour Green' in 1970.
  • Her music gained cult status and renewed interest in the 2000s.