CECIL
The meaning of the unisex name Cecil is
Details on CECIL:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Popularity for Boy:
- 3,156th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 31,179th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
122 births
CECIL as a BOY in 2024
5 births
CECIL as a GIRL in 2022
The meaning(s) of CECIL:
The name Cecil is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Cecil is: Blind (from the Roman clan name Caecilius).Famous bearers: the African state of Rhodesia is named after British statesman Cecil Rhodes; American film producer/director Cecil B. de Mille.
The name Cecil is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Cecil is: Blind (from the Roman clan name Caecilius).Famous bearers: the African state of Rhodesia is named after British statesman Cecil Rhodes; American film producer/director Cecil B. de Mille.
The name Cecil is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Cecil is: Blind. Also an English/Welsh surname.
USA SSA birth(s) for CECIL:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name CECIL
CECIL as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 122 births |
| 2023 | 115 births |
| 2022 | 114 births |
| 2021 | 114 births |
| 2020 | 97 births |
| 2019 | 98 births |
| 2018 | 113 births |
| 2017 | 102 births |
| 2016 | 102 births |
| 2015 | 114 births |
| 2014 | 98 births |
| 2013 | 114 births |
| 2012 | 97 births |
| 2011 | 91 births |
| 2010 | 78 births |
| 2009 | 88 births |
CECIL as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 births |
| 2015 | 5 births |
| 2004 | 5 births |
| 2003 | 8 births |
| 2001 | 6 births |
| 1995 | 5 births |
| 1994 | 7 births |
| 1993 | 9 births |
| 1990 | 5 births |
| 1989 | 12 births |
| 1988 | 8 births |
| 1987 | 7 births |
| 1986 | 9 births |
| 1985 | 7 births |
| 1984 | 10 births |
| 1983 | 9 births |
About the name CECIL
Cecil, a name of gentle elegance, carries with it a rich tapestry of history and meaning. Originating from the Latin name 'Caecilius,' which means "blind," it has transcended its etymological roots to symbolize a nurturing spirit and a perceptive heart. Traditionally popular in English-speaking countries, such as England and the United States, Cecil evokes a sense of timeless charm and understated strength. The name has also found its way into French culture, where it is often embraced for its classic appeal. In addition to its Western roots, variations of the name can be seen in various forms across different cultures, including 'Cecilia' in Italian and Spanish, where it is associated with music and the arts, honoring Saint Cecilia, the patroness of musicians. With its harmonious sound and historical depth, Cecil is a name that resonates across geographies, embodying both warmth and wisdom—an ideal choice for a child destined to bring light into the lives of those around them.
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