Sible History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Sible familyThe surname Sible was first found in Suffolk where they held a family seat. The name is said to have been derived from the ancient Sibbelee, a woman's Christian name, and has been traced through Sibilla, Sybbly, and finally Sibley. Sibilla was the name of a Greek princess who uttered the ancient oracles, and is represented on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. The present Christian name Sybil is also from the same source. In 1273, Geoffrey Sibilie held lands in Suffolk. William, Duke of Normany's son married a Sibylla. Early History of the Sible familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Sible research. Another 63 words (4 lines of text) covering the year 1604 is included under the topic Early Sible History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Sible Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Sibley, Siblee, Sibbills, Sibleigh, Siblie, Sibly, Sibbly, Sible, Sibely, Sibili, Sebley, Sibble, Sibbles, Sybly and many more. Early Notables of the Sible familyMore information is included under the topic Early Sible Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Sible Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
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