Cecilia
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Popularity
#123
Letters
7
Syllables
3
Origin
Latin
Total Births
109,169
Peak Year
#2,238 in 2024
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Soft & Gentle
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Derived from the Roman family name Caecilius, which is derived from the Latin word "caecus" meaning "blind".
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Saint Cecilia
Patron saint of music and musicians.
Cecilia Bartoli
Italian opera singer.
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