Sibyl (shibiru) in Japanese

The name Sibyl in Japanese Katakana is シビル which in romaji is shibiru. Katakana is the standard translation for names into Japanese, Sibyl in Japanese Hiragana, the non-standard translation for names into Japanese, is しびる.

This translation was provided by our comprehensive database of existing names, which is derived from Hepburn romanization, the most widely used-used system of romanization for the Japanese language.

How do you write Sibyl in Japanese Kanji?

The closest sounding kanji name to "sibyl" is 渋林 (しぶりん), which is pronounced "shi-bu-rin". The kanji 渋 means "astringent, bitter", while 林 means "woods, forest". Together, the kanji name 渋林 can be interpreted to mean "astringent woods/forest".

The western meaning of the name "Sibyl" is a prophetess or wise woman. The closest matching Kanji name based on this meaning is 賢女 (Kenjo), pronounced ke-n-jo. The kanji characters mean "wise woman".

Common examples of names similar to Sibyl in Japan

We found the following examples of names similar to Sibyl which are used as a first name or last name in Japanese prefectures:

1. Shibiru (しびる): This is a common name in the Kansai region of Japan, and is pronounced "shi-bi-ru". The kanji used for this name mean "to be silent". 2. Shiharu (しはる): This name is commonly used in the Tokyo area of Japan, and is pronounced "shi-ha-ru". The kanji used for this name mean "one thousand springs". 3. Shibayu (しばゆう): This name is commonly used in the Kyushu area of Japan, and is pronounced "shi-ba-yu". The kanji used for this name mean "clear water". 4. Shiburou (しぶろう): This name is commonly used in the Hokkaido area of Japan, and is pronounced "shi-bu-rou". The kanji used for this name mean "white deer".

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