Cecil vs Jet

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jet

Boy #1,354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"black gemstone (fossilized wood)"

Origin: Old French/Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,354
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cecil Rank #1,487
Jet Rank #1,354

Jet is more popular, ranked #1354 vs #1487 for Cecil.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cecil ___

  • Cecil James
  • Cecil William
  • Cecil Edward
  • Cecil Thomas
  • Cecil Arthur
  • Cecil Henry

Jet ___

  • Jet James
  • Jet Michael
  • Jet Alexander
  • Jet Lee
  • Jet Thomas
  • Jet Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cecil

Reginald Clarence Beatrice Millicent Florence

If you choose Jet

Ace Bowie Dash Blaze Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecil or Jet more popular?

Jet is more popular, ranked #1354 compared to Cecil at #1487 in the United States.

What do Cecil and Jet mean?

Cecil means "blind" (Latin origin). Jet means "black gemstone (fossilized wood)" (Old French/Greek origin).

Are Cecil and Jet boy or girl names?

Cecil is primarily a boy name. Jet is primarily a boy name.

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