Cecily vs Olivia

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
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cecily

Edmund Archibald Beatrice Clementine Violet

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cecily or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Cecily at #1601 in the United States.

What do Cecily and Olivia mean?

Cecily means "from the Caecilius family" (Latin origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Cecily and Olivia boy or girl names?

Cecily is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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