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Cecelia vs Cecile

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cecelia

Girl #568 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Caecilii, ancient Roman clan"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish Irish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#568
Total SSA Count
529
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cecelia Rank #568
Cecile Rank #5,912

Cecelia is more popular, ranked #568 vs #5912 for Cecile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecelia or Cecile more popular?

Cecelia is more popular, ranked #568 compared to Cecile at #5912 in the United States.

What do Cecelia and Cecile mean?

Cecelia means "of the Caecilii, ancient Roman clan" (Latin origin). Cecile means "blind (from Latin caecus)" (Latin origin).

Are Cecelia and Cecile boy or girl names?

Cecelia is primarily a girl name. Cecile is primarily a girl name.

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