girl name
Cecilia
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#108 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Cecilia in the US, 1880–2025
Cecilia first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 2,506 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,506.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cecilia a boy or a girl name?
Cecilia is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Cecilia?
In 2025, Cecilia ranked #108 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Cecilia most popular?
Cecilia was most popular in 2025, when about 2,506 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.