Cecille vs Retta

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cecille

Girl #38,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"blind"

Origin: Latin (caecus)

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,885
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Cece, Cici, Ceil

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cecille Rank #38,885
Retta Rank #39,049

Cecille is more popular, ranked #38885 vs #39049 for Retta.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cecille ___

  • Cecille Marie
  • Cecille Louise
  • Cecille Anne
  • Cecille Grace
  • Cecille Renee
  • Cecille Claire

Retta ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cecille

Vivienne Margot Blanche Simone Claude

If you choose Retta

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecille or Retta more popular?

Cecille is more popular, ranked #38885 compared to Retta at #39049 in the United States.

What do Cecille and Retta mean?

Cecille means "blind" (Latin (caecus) origin).

Are Cecille and Retta boy or girl names?

Cecille is primarily a girl name. Retta is primarily a girl name.

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