Cecilia
Female name · ★ Classic
40,754
Total Births
2008
Peak Year
#137
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Cecilia
Cecilia is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 40,754 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 1,049 births |
| 1890s | 1,696 births |
| 1900s | 2,307 births |
| 1910s | 3,007 births |
| 1920s | 2,900 births |
| 1930s | 2,140 births |
| 1940s | 3,241 births |
| 1950s | 4,013 births |
| 1960s | 3,077 births |
| 1970s | 2,189 births |
| 1980s | 2,697 births |
| 1990s | 3,913 births |
| 2000s | 4,331 births |
| 2010s | 2,821 births |
| 2020s | 1,373 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Cecilia?
Cecilia has been given to 40,754 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2008 with 478 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #137.
Is Cecilia a boy or girl name?
Cecilia is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Cecilia most popular?
Cecilia was most popular in 2008, when 478 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Cecilia?
Cecilia first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).