Cecilia is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #593 in 2017 with 71 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 282 births ranking #172. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 163.0%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 4,212 girls born was named Cecilia. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.