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Cecile vs Cecelia

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

Cecile Rank #5,912
Cecelia Rank #568

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecile or Cecelia more popular?

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

What do Cecile and Cecelia mean?

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

Are Cecile and Cecelia boy or girl names?

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

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