Cecile
Cecile is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Blind; derived from the Roman clan name Caecilius.
Origin and history
Cecile is the French form of the Latin name Caecilia, derived from the Roman family name Caecilius. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it remains a traditional, elegant choice with modest usage in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
20,421 babies in the United States have been named Cecile since 1880. It ranks #1049 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1971.
States where it is most popular
- MA (15.3 %)
- NY (11.7 %)
- LA (11.2 %)
- ME (7.9 %)
- NH (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 389 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,123 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,642 |
| 1910-1920 | 3,613 |
| 1920-1930 | 4,067 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,825 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,396 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,810 |
| 1960-1970 | 895 |
| 1970-1980 | 335 |
| 1980-1990 | 402 |
| 1990-2000 | 295 |
| 2000-2010 | 262 |
| 2010-2019 | 237 |
| 2020-2029 | 130 |
Famous people named Cecile
- Cecile Richards: Activist, Author
- Cecile Licad: Pianist, Musician
Nicknames
Cece, Cil
Fun facts
- The name stems from the ancient Roman gens Caecilia, which traced its legendary lineage to Caeculus, a mythical hero.
- It shares its history with Saint Cecilia, who inspired centuries of artistic and musical composition.