Cecille Girl

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationseh-SEEL / /səˈsiːl/

Latin; French

Meaning

Latin: blind; French: sixth

Historical & Cultural Background

Cecille is derived from the Latin name Caecilia, which is associated with the Roman family name Caecilius. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in France, where it has been used since the Middle Ages. Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians, has contributed to the name's enduring popularity. The name has also been associated with nobility and artistic circles throughout history.

Trend Summary

Cecille has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Cecilia
  • Cecily

International Variants

  • Cécile (French)
  • Cecilia (Italian)
  • Cecilie (Danish)
  • Cecília (Hungarian)

Famous people named Cecille

Cecille B. DeMille was an American film director known for his work in the early 20th century.

Cecille Richards is an American reproductive rights advocate and former president of Planned Parenthood.

Cecille McLorin Salvant is a Grammy Award-winning jazz singer and composer.

Cecille G. H. H. is a noted French artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.

Fictional characters named Cecille

Cecille is a character in the novel 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett, known for her kindness.

Cecille is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', recognized for her strategic skills.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Cecille was first seen in the United States in 1888. Cecille has ranked as high as #903 nationally, which occurred in 1942, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Cecille has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Cecille (1991)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18885
18926
189810
18998
19005
19017
19026
19036
190410
19058
19066
19079
19087
19096
191010
19115
191211
19137
191411
191518
191616
191721
191822
191918
192019
192119
192221
192323
192419
192519
192617
192718
192816
19296
193010
193111
19325
19339
19349
193512
193616
193715
193816
193918
194015
194112
194226
194317
194410
194511
194613
19479
194814
194923
195015
19519
195216
195315
19549
19556
19568
19579
19588
19597
19606
19617
19637
19676
19705
19715
19726
19735
19777
19798
19808
19818
19827
19837
19845
19858
19895
19907
199112
19926
19947
19957
20006
20016
20025
20076
20127
20156
20205
20226