NAME PROFILE
Cecile
Cecile is a French name derived from the Latin name 'Caecilia,' which means 'blind.' It has a classic elegance and a gentle sound, often associated with grace and subtlety. The name evokes images of a kind-hearted and artistic individual who appreciates beauty in life.
Key Stats
| Total births | 20,612 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2020 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | French, Latin |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
CA — 24%NY — 21%LA — 20%TX — 18%MA — 18%
Notable People
Cecile de France (Actress, *Hereafter*) · Cécile Brunschvicg (French politician and feminist) · Cécile McLorin Salvant (Jazz singer) · Cecile Richards (Activist, former president of Planned Parenthood) · Cecile B. DeMille (Film director, *The Ten Commandments*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
CeceCecy
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