Cecille Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: seh-SEEL //səˈsiːl//
Origin: Latin; French
Meaning: Latin: blind; French: sixth
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cecille is derived from the Latin name Caecilia, which is rooted in the Latin word "caecus," meaning "blind." The name has its origins in ancient Rome, where it was associated with the prominent Roman family name Caecilius. The transition from Caecilia to Cecille occurred through the influence of Old French, particularly during the medieval period, when names were often adapted and modified as they passed through different languages and cultures.
This adaptation reflects the linguistic shifts that occurred as Latin evolved into the Romance languages, including French and subsequently English. Historically, the name Cecille is closely linked to Saint Cecilia, a Christian martyr and the patron saint of musicians, who is believed to have lived in the 2nd or 3rd century.
Her story became widely known through various hagiographies, and she was canonized by the Catholic Church. The celebration of her feast day on November 22 has contributed to the name's enduring presence in Christian contexts.
The name gained further prominence through the medieval period, particularly in France, where it was often associated with nobility and virtue. Cecille has also been embraced in various cultural contexts, symbolizing purity and devotion, largely due to its association with Saint Cecilia.
The name has been used in literature and music, reinforcing its connection to artistic expression. In the realm of diminutives, the name Cécile is a common French variant, which has been used in various literary works and cultural references, further enriching the name's historical tapestry.
Overall, Cecille embodies a blend of linguistic evolution, religious significance, and cultural resonance that has allowed it to persist through the centuries.
Famous people named Cecille
In this section, you will find notable people named Cecille. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Cecille who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Cecille who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Cecille B. DeMille is a film director best known for The Ten Commandments, Samson and Delilah, and The Greatest Show on Earth.
Cecille Richards is an activist best known for her leadership of Planned Parenthood and her advocacy for women's health issues.
Fictional characters named Cecille
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Cecille is a fictional character from the novel The Count of Monte Cristo. She is a significant figure in the life of the protagonist, serving as a symbol of lost love and hope.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Cecille. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cecille was first seen in the United States in 1888.
Cecille has ranked as high as #2808 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)
The name Cecille is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Cecille was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Cecille.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 | 6 |
| 1991 | 12 | 12 |
| 1990 | 7 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 | 7 |
| 1982 | 7 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 | 8 |
| 1980 | 8 | 8 |
| 1979 | 8 | 8 |
| 1977 | 7 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 | 7 |
| 1960 | 6 | 6 |
| 1959 | 7 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 | 8 |
| 1957 | 9 | 9 |
| 1956 | 8 | 8 |
| 1955 | 6 | 6 |
| 1954 | 9 | 9 |
| 1953 | 15 | 15 |
| 1952 | 16 | 16 |
| 1951 | 9 | 9 |
| 1950 | 15 | 15 |
| 1949 | 23 | 23 |
| 1948 | 14 | 14 |
| 1947 | 9 | 9 |
| 1946 | 13 | 13 |
| 1945 | 11 | 11 |
| 1944 | 10 | 10 |
| 1943 | 17 | 17 |
| 1942 | 26 | 26 |
| 1941 | 12 | 12 |
| 1940 | 15 | 15 |
| 1939 | 18 | 18 |
| 1938 | 16 | 16 |
| 1937 | 15 | 15 |
| 1936 | 16 | 16 |
| 1935 | 12 | 12 |
| 1934 | 9 | 9 |
| 1933 | 9 | 9 |
| 1932 | 5 | 5 |
| 1931 | 11 | 11 |
| 1930 | 10 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 | 6 |
| 1928 | 16 | 16 |
| 1927 | 18 | 18 |
| 1926 | 17 | 17 |
| 1925 | 19 | 19 |
| 1924 | 19 | 19 |
| 1923 | 23 | 23 |
| 1922 | 21 | 21 |
| 1921 | 19 | 19 |
| 1920 | 19 | 19 |
| 1919 | 18 | 18 |
| 1918 | 22 | 22 |
| 1917 | 21 | 21 |
| 1916 | 16 | 16 |
| 1915 | 18 | 18 |
| 1914 | 11 | 11 |
| 1913 | 7 | 7 |
| 1912 | 11 | 11 |
| 1911 | 5 | 5 |
| 1910 | 10 | 10 |
| 1909 | 6 | 6 |
| 1908 | 7 | 7 |
| 1907 | 9 | 9 |
| 1906 | 6 | 6 |
| 1905 | 8 | 8 |
| 1904 | 10 | 10 |
| 1903 | 6 | 6 |
| 1902 | 6 | 6 |
| 1901 | 7 | 7 |
| 1900 | 5 | 5 |
| 1899 | 8 | 8 |
| 1898 | 10 | 10 |
| 1892 | 6 | 6 |
| 1888 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Cecille (1991)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |