Cicely

Pronunciation: [ s-IHS-uhl-ee ]

Cicely is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,808 in the US, popular nicknames include Cic, Ciy, and Cicie.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Cicely is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-IHS-uhl-ee.

Parents who love the name Cicely often also consider Dione, Francella, Murielle .

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Historical Record

Cicely first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.

Over 2,299 babies have been named Cicely in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Cicely is past its peak , currently ranked #23,808 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#23,808
Current Rank
Peaked 1974 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#23,808
Total SSA Count
7

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Cic Ciy Cicie Ciceie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cicely

Is Cicely a boy or girl name?
Cicely is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Cicely?
Cicely is pronounced s-IHS-uhl-ee.
How popular is the name Cicely?
Cicely is currently ranked #23808 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Cicely?
Common nicknames for Cicely include Cic, Ciy, Cicie, and Ciceie.
Is Cicely a common or rare name?
Cicely is an uncommon name, ranked #23808 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Cicely?
Cicely pairs well with Dione, Francella, Murielle, Meiling in style and sound.

About the Name Cicely

Cicely is a girl name .

Cicely is currently ranked #23,808 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Cicely include Cic, Ciy, Cicie, and Ciceie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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