Cecily vs Emma

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
Emma Rank #2

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 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

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cecily

Edmund Archibald Beatrice Clementine Violet

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecily or Emma more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Cecily at #1601 in the United States.

What do Cecily and Emma mean?

Cecily means "from the Caecilius family" (Latin origin). Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin).

Are Cecily and Emma boy or girl names?

Cecily is primarily a girl name. Emma is primarily a girl name.

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