Cecylia
Girl nameCecylia has been given to 145 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 1917.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
145
Peak year
1917 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Cecylia — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cecylia.
Sibling name ideas for Cecylia
Same era and popularity as Cecylia, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cecylia?
Cecylia has been given to 145 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cecylia peak?
Cecylia peaked in 1917, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Cecylia a girl or boy name?
Cecylia is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Cecylia are girls).
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