Ceceilia

“Derived from 'Caecilia', meaning 'blind'.”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13770US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

312All-time births

📅 Since 193900

How to pronounce Ceceilia

SEE·SIL·EE·uh

/ˈsiː.ˈsɪl.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on SEE · 4 syllables

“Derived from 'Caecilia', meaning 'blind'.”

Italy origin · Girl name

What does Ceceilia mean and where does it come from?

Ceceilia is a variation of the more traditional name Cecilia, which has its roots in Latin. The name is associated with St. Cecilia, the patron saint of music. It has been widely used in Italy and has gained popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries. The name carries conno

Cultural significance

Ceceilia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'caecilia', meaning 'blind'..

Peak popularity

Reached #3137 in 1956 — currently #13770 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ceceilia?

Ceceilia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ceceilia Grace

How popular is Ceceilia right now?

Falling — down 3318 spots — currently #13770 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1945–2023#13770 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13770	6	▼ down 3318 · -33% births
2021	#10452	9	▲ up 4790 · +80% births
2020	#15242	5	▲ up 1453
2015	#16695	5	▲ up 544
2010	#17239	5	▼ down 2511 · -17% births
2005	#14728	6	▼ down 2746 · -14% births
2000	#11982	7	▼ down 1228 · +40% births
1980	#10754	5	▼ down 3936
1960	#6818	5	▼ down 2552 · -44% births
1955	#4266	9	▲ up 846 · +80% births
1945	#5112	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ceceilia

Best Year1955Rank #4266

Peak Count9

Average Rank#11551

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1945 - 202311 years

The story of Ceceilia

Ceceilia entered American naming records in 1939 and has been in use for over 85 years. With 312 total births recorded, Ceceilia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5112 in 1945, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13770 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ceceilia in 1956:

Mary Debra Linda Deborah Susan

Ceceilia by decade

Ceceilia peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	5
1940s	41
1950s	62
1960s	36
1970s	5
1980s	16
1990s	38
2000s ★	71
2010s	33
2020s	5

💎Ceceilia has only 312 total recorded births since 1939 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ceceilia?

Common

CecCecieCecyIlia

What names sound and feel like Ceceilia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ceceilia also consider these

Latin · of the spring

Cerellia

Latin · A Latin name

Common questions about the name Ceceilia

What does the name Ceceilia mean?

Ceceilia means "Derived from 'Caecilia', meaning 'blind'." — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ceceilia?

Ceceilia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ceceilia have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ceceilia?

Ceceilia originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Ceceilia?

Ceceilia is a four-syllable name pronounced S IY1 S IH1 L IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Ceceilia?

Ceceilia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.