NAME PROFILE
Cecelia
Cecelia is a name of Latin origin meaning 'blind.' It carries a sense of grace and elegance, often associated with music and creativity. Those named Cecelia are often seen as nurturing and compassionate, with a deep appreciation for the arts and a strong connection to their cultural roots.
Key Stats
| Total births | 60,530 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Origin | Latin, English, Italian, Spanish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
CA — 20%TX — 20%IL — 20%PA — 20%NY — 20%
Notable People
Cecilia Bartoli (Opera singer) · Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin (Astrophysicist) · Cecilia Cassini (Fashion designer) · Cecilia Cheung (Actress) · Cecilia Malmström (Politician)
Nicknames & Diminutives
CeceCeliaCee
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