Cicilia

“blind.”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12410US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

101All-time births

📅 Since 193000

What does Cicilia mean and where does it come from?

Cicilia, a name of Latin origin, is related to the island of Sicily, Italy (Sicilia in Latin). The name is sometimes connected to the Latin word 'caecus,' meaning 'blind.' The name is widely used in Italian-speaking and Spanish-speaking countries. Notably, Saint Cecilia is the patroness of musicians

Cultural significance

Cicilia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #4259 in 1938 — currently #12410 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cicilia?

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

Cicilia Grace

How popular is Cicilia right now?

Falling — down 202 spots — currently #12410 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1930–2023#12410 · Top 9.2%

1930

2005

2010

2015

2020

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12410	7	▼ down 202
2020	#12208	7	▲ up 2454 · +17% births
2015	#14662	6	▼ down 1066 · -14% births
2010	#13596	7	▼ down 1617 · -12% births
2005	#11979	8	▼ down 7457 · +33% births
1930	#4522	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cicilia

Best Year1930Rank #4522

Peak Count8

Average Rank#11563

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1930 - 20236 years

The story of Cicilia

Cicilia entered American naming records in 1930 and has been in use for over 94 years. With 101 total births recorded, Cicilia remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4522 in 1930, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12410 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cicilia in 1938:

Mary Barbara Patricia Betty Shirley

Cicilia by decade

Cicilia peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	12
1970s	5
1990s	5
2000s	30
2010s ★	42
2020s	7

💎Cicilia has only 101 total recorded births since 1930 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cicilia?

Common

CicCicieCicyIlia

What names sound and feel like Cicilia?

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

Italian · Sicilia refers to

Cecilia

Latin · Blind

Icilia

International · A International name

Cäcilia

International · A International name

Common questions about the name Cicilia

What does the name Cicilia mean?

Cicilia means "Latin" — 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 Cicilia?

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

What is the cultural origin of Cicilia?

Cicilia 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.

What sibling names go well with Cicilia?

Cicilia 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.

Is Cicilia trending right now?

Cicilia is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.