Cecily
girl name#1540 in 2025Cecily entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #497 in 1989, ranks #1540 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1911–2025
#1540
rank today
#497
peak (1989)
137
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3143 |
| 1920s | #2857 |
| 1930s | #2028 |
| 1940s | #1751 |
| 1950s | #1463 |
| 1960s | #1797 |
| 1970s | #1320 |
| 1980s | #1499 |
| 1990s | #1255 |
| 2000s | #1904 |
| 2010s | #1475 |
| 2020s | #1633 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cecily has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 8,100 people named Cecily are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cecily alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cecily in 2025?
- Cecily ranks #1540 among US girl names in 2025, with 137 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cecily most popular?
- Cecily peaked in 1989, reaching #497 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cecily with classmates?
- Cecily will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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