Cecilio Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationseh-SEE-lee-oh / sɛˈsiːli.oʊLatin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: blind; Spanish: variant of Cecilius
Historical & Cultural Background
Cecilio is derived from the Latin name Caecilius, which means 'blind'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. The name is often associated with Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians, which adds to its cultural significance. The name has historical roots in ancient Rome and has been adapted in various forms across different languages.
Trend Summary
Cecilio has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cecilio
- Cecilius
International Variants
- Cecilio (Spanish)
- Cecile (French)
Famous people named Cecilio
Cecilio de los Santos was a Filipino politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Cecilio Rodríguez was a Mexican artist recognized for his work in muralism.
Cecilio M. de León was a notable Puerto Rican poet and writer.
Cecilio García was a Spanish composer celebrated for his classical music compositions.
Fictional characters named Cecilio
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cecilio was first seen in the United States in 1909. Cecilio has ranked as high as #1226 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Illinois, and New Mexico. In the past 5 years the name Cecilio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cecilio (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 16 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 24 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 20 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 18 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 24 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 21 |
| 1945 | 24 |
| 1946 | 23 |
| 1947 | 24 |
| 1948 | 17 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 25 |
| 1952 | 24 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 27 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 23 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 20 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 25 |
| 1963 | 26 |
| 1964 | 30 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 30 |
| 1968 | 26 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 30 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 24 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 36 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 37 |
| 1982 | 38 |
| 1983 | 35 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 33 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 35 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 30 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 15 |