US Popularity:12503
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Welsh
Meaning:Blind; One-eyed; Sixth
Cecile is a Welsh girl's name. It comes from the traditional Welsh name Seissylt, which means "sixth.” This moniker is also present in French as a variant of the Latin word caecus and its associated clan name Caecilius, which means "blind” or “one-eyed.” Timeless and sophisticated, Cecile flows off the tongue and has a built-in sense of elegance that it shares with its related names, Cecily and Cecilia. Cecile is a thoughtful—and stylish—way to honor any family member named Cecil.

How Popular Is The Name Cecile?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Cecile is currently #4493 on The Bump
Girl:Cecile is currently #2988 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Cecile is currently #12503 in U.S. births
Girl:Cecile is currently #7289 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#7289
in 2023
- 1263
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Cécile, June 2019

  • Behind the Name, Cecilia, April 2024

  • Name Doctor, Cecile

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, Cecil, October 2017

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 104

  • Oxford Reference, Seissylt

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