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      Meaning of the first name Cybele

      Origin

      Greek - Phrygian

      Meaning

      Hair or Stone

      Variations

      Caeleb, Celexa, cybill
      The name Cybele finds its origins in the ancient Greek and Phrygian cultures. Derived from the Greek word kybele, meaning hair, it first emerged in the Phrygian kingdom, located in what is now modern-day Turkey. Cybele was the name given to the Phrygian goddess of fertility, nature, and the mountains. She was often depicted with flowing hair, symbolizing her power over the natural world.

      In ancient history, Cybele was widely worshiped throughout the Greek and Roman civilizations. Her cult, known as the Cult of Cybele, spread across the Mediterranean region, and her influence increased with the expansion of the Roman Empire. She was regarded as a powerful and nurturing deity, associated with the cycles of nature and the fertility of the land. In the religious practices of her followers, she was often represented by a stone, further reinforcing the association of the name Cybele with the meaning stone.

      Despite the decline of her worship in modern times, the name Cybele has persisted and can still be found, although relatively uncommon, in contemporary usage. It is occasionally chosen as a given name, particularly in Greece and other countries with ties to ancient Greek culture. Additionally, some modern-day pagan and neopagan movements have revived the worship of Cybele, bringing her name back into religious and spiritual contexts. With its rich historical and mythological associations, the name Cybele carries a sense of ancient power and connection to the natural world.

      Based on our records...

      Brooks

      Brooks

      This is the most common surname associated with Cybele.
      Marcus

      Marcus

      This is the most common name of those married to a Cybele.
      Mary

      Mary

      This is the most common name for a child of a Cybele.
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      1819 is when there were the most people born with the first name Cybele.

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