Cicily

“Cicily is a derivative form of Cecilia derived from the Latin name Caecilius”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10483US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

638All-time births

📅 Since 194800

How to pronounce Cicily

CHICH·ul·ee

/ˈtʃɪtʃ.əl.iː/ · stress on CHICH · 3 syllables

“Cicily is a derivative form of Cecilia derived from the Latin name Caecilius”

Italy origin · Girl name

What does Cicily mean and where does it come from?

Cicily is a derivative form of Cecilia derived from the Latin name Caecilius. The name has historical roots tied to Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians, whose feast day is celebrated in November. The spelling Cicily is less common than Cecilia, but has been adopted in some English-speaking

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1986 in 1974 — currently #10483 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cicily?

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

Cicily Grace

How popular is Cicily right now?

Falling — down 1847 spots — currently #10483 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#10483 · Top 7.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10483	9	▼ down 1847 · -25% births
2022	#8636	12	▼ down 1301 · -20% births
2021	#7335	15	▲ up 4660 · +88% births
2015	#11995	8	▲ up 449
2010	#12444	8	▼ down 5564 · -53% births
2005	#6880	17	▲ up 4060 · +113% births
2000	#10940	8	▲ up 2817 · +60% births
1995	#13757	5	▼ down 7827 · -67% births
1990	#5930	15	▲ up 668 · +50% births
1985	#6598	10	▼ down 2376 · -44% births
1980	#4222	18	▼ down 878 · -14% births
1975	#3344	21	▲ up 3315 · +200% births
1970	#6659	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cicily

Best Year1975Rank #3344

Peak Count21

Average Rank#8402

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202313 years

The story of Cicily

Cicily entered American naming records in 1948 and has been in use for over 76 years. With 638 total births recorded, Cicily remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6659 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10483 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cicily in 1974:

Jennifer Amy Michelle Heather Angela

Cicily by decade

Cicily peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1960s	10
1970s ★	200
1980s	112
1990s	114
2000s	120
2010s	77

💎Cicily has only 638 total recorded births since 1948 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cicily?

Common

CicCicieCicyIcily

What names sound and feel like Cicily?

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

Cicely

English · Blind

Sicily

Italian · The land of

Kimily

American · A modern feminine

Common questions about the name Cicily

What does the name Cicily mean?

Cicily 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 Cicily?

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

What is the cultural origin of Cicily?

Cicily 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 Cicily?

Cicily is a three-syllable name pronounced CH IH1 CH AH0 L IY0. 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 Cicily?

Cicily 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.