Cecilia is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #11647 in 2004 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1998 with 7 births ranking #7689. In 2004, approximately 1 in every 396,960 boys born was named Cecilia. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Cecilia is a luminous classic with saintly and musical depth. It feels elegant, refined, and warmly timeless.
The name gained enduring importance through Saint Cecilia, patron saint of music, and has remained beloved in many countries. Its cultural associations often matter more in modern use than the old literal family-name gloss.