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Cecilia vs Lucilla

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cecilia

Girl #123 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Caecilian family (Roman gens)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#123
Total SSA Count
2,238
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cecilia Rank #123
Lucilla Rank #6,340

Cecilia is more popular, ranked #123 vs #6340 for Lucilla.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecilia or Lucilla more popular?

Cecilia is more popular, ranked #123 compared to Lucilla at #6340 in the United States.

What do Cecilia and Lucilla mean?

Cecilia means "of the Caecilian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin). Lucilla means "Diminutive of Lucia (light)" (Latin origin).

Are Cecilia and Lucilla boy or girl names?

Cecilia is primarily a girl name. Lucilla is primarily a girl name.

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