Cecile Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationseh-SEEL / /səˈsiːl/French; Latin
Meaning
French: blind; Latin: sixth
Historical & Cultural Background
Cecile is derived from the Latin name Caecilius, which means 'blind.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. The name is often associated with Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians, which has contributed to its popularity in Christian contexts.
Trend Summary
Cecile has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cecilio
- Cecil
International Variants
- Cecilio (Spanish)
- Cécil (French)
- Cecile (Italian)
Famous people named Cecile
—
Fictional characters named Cecile
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cecile was first seen in the United States in 1915. Cecile has ranked as high as #898 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Cecile has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cecile
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |