Sybilla of Normandy facts for kids

Sybilla of Normandy (born around 1092 – died July 12 or 13, 1122) was the Queen of Scotland. She was married to King Alexander I.

Sybilla was an important figure in Scottish history. She was known for her strong character and religious devotion.

Early Life and Family

Sybilla was the first child of Henry I of England. Her mother was Lady Sybilla Corbet of Alcester. Lady Sybilla was born in 1077 in Alcester, Warwickshire. Sybilla's grandfather on her mother's side was Robert Corbet of Alcester. He was part of the Corbet family. Sybilla was born around 1092 in Domfront, a town in Normandy.

Marriage to King Alexander I

Around the year 1107, Sybilla married Alexander I, who was the King of Scots. The exact year of their wedding is not fully clear. It might have been as early as 1107 or as late as 1114.

Their marriage was important for linking the royal families of England and Scotland. However, Sybilla and Alexander did not have any children together.

Life as Queen

Some old writings, like those by William of Malmesbury, were not very kind about Sybilla. But other information suggests that King Alexander and Queen Sybilla were a very close couple. They cared deeply for each other.

Sybilla was also known for being very religious. She was a pious queen, meaning she was very devoted to her faith.

Death and Legacy

Queen Sybilla passed away in July 1122. The exact reasons for her death are not known. She died at a place called Eilean nam Ban, which is an island in Loch Tay near Kenmore, Scotland.

After her death, Sybilla was buried at Dunfermline Abbey. King Alexander I never married again after Sybilla's death. A writer named Walter Bower wrote that King Alexander planned to build a special church. This church, an Augustinian Priory, was meant to honor Sybilla's memory. It was to be built on Eilean nam Ban, the island where she died. King Alexander may have even tried to have her remembered as a saint.