Cecily
Cecily: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Cecily
- A female given name from Latin, from the medieval vernacular form of Cecilia.
How popular is Cecily?
Since 1880, 8,673 girls in the U.S. have been named Cecily. Its highest rank for girls was #498 in 1989. In 2025, 137 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Cecily
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Cecily
Sister and brother names that share Cecily's Latin roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Cecily FAQ
What does the name Cecily mean?
A female given name from Latin, from the medieval vernacular form of Cecilia.
What is the origin of the name Cecily?
Cecily is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Cecily?
Since 1880, 8,673 girls in the U.S. have been named Cecily. Its highest rank for girls was #498 in 1989. In 2025, 137 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Cecily a boy or girl name?
Cecily is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 8,673 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.