Cecilia
girl name#108 in 2025Cecilia entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #108 in 2025, ranks #108 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1880–2025
#108
rank today
#108
peak (2025)
2,506
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #250 |
| 1890s | #221 |
| 1900s | #204 |
| 1910s | #223 |
| 1920s | #251 |
| 1930s | #276 |
| 1940s | #247 |
| 1950s | #263 |
| 1960s | #335 |
| 1970s | #386 |
| 1980s | #342 |
| 1990s | #285 |
| 2000s | #273 |
| 2010s | #200 |
| 2020s | #132 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cecilia has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 84,500 people named Cecilia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cecilia alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cecilia in 2025?
- Cecilia ranks #108 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,506 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cecilia most popular?
- Cecilia peaked in 2025, reaching #108 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cecilia with classmates?
- Cecilia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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