Cecily vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cecily

Girl #1,601 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the Caecilius family"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English French Irish Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,601
Total SSA Count
131
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cece, Ceci, Cissy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Cecily Rank #1,601
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1601 for Cecily.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cecily ___

  • Cecily Rose
  • Cecily Jane
  • Cecily Frances
  • Cecily Louise
  • Cecily Margaret
  • Cecily Anne

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cecily

Edmund Archibald Beatrice Clementine Violet

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecily or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cecily at #1601 in the United States.

What do Cecily and Charlotte mean?

Cecily means "from the Caecilius family" (Latin origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Cecily and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Cecily is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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