Alison 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
Nicknames
Cece, Celia, Ceci

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alison Rank #465
Cecelia Rank #568

Alison is more popular, ranked #465 vs #568 for Cecelia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alison ___

  • Alison Grace
  • Alison Marie
  • Alison Jane
  • Alison Rose
  • Alison Kate
  • Alison Claire

Cecelia ___

  • Cecelia Rose
  • Cecelia Marie
  • Cecelia Jane
  • Cecelia Grace
  • Cecelia Violet
  • Cecelia Elaine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alison

Emily Lauren Claire Megan Dylan

If you choose Cecelia

Sebastian Vivienne Cornelius Beatrice Ignatius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alison or Cecelia more popular?

Alison is more popular, ranked #465 compared to Cecelia at #568 in the United States.

What do Alison and Cecelia mean?

Alison means "noble type" (Old High German origin). Cecelia means "of the Caecilii, ancient Roman clan" (Latin origin).

Are Alison and Cecelia boy or girl names?

Alison is primarily a girl name. Cecelia is primarily a girl name.

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