Cecelia
girl name#529 in 2025Cecelia entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #169 in 1884, ranks #529 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#529
rank today
#169
peak (1884)
569
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #210 |
| 1890s | #199 |
| 1900s | #182 |
| 1910s | #197 |
| 1920s | #246 |
| 1930s | #293 |
| 1940s | #258 |
| 1950s | #325 |
| 1960s | #513 |
| 1970s | #827 |
| 1980s | #885 |
| 1990s | #835 |
| 2000s | #733 |
| 2010s | #586 |
| 2020s | #541 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cecelia has been most popular in PA, OH, NY.
Living bearers
About 33,500 people named Cecelia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cecelia alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cecelia in 2025?
- Cecelia ranks #529 among US girl names in 2025, with 569 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cecelia most popular?
- Cecelia peaked in 1884, reaching #169 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cecelia with classmates?
- Cecelia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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