Cecilia

Name:

Cecilia

Pronounced: suh-SEE-lee-uh

Variations: Cecelia, Cicely, Cecily

Origin:

Latin

Meaning:

The name Cecilia means "blind" in Latin, but it is also associated with the Greek word "kaikilía," meaning "a musician of the flute." The name is associated with Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music, who is said to have been martyred for her faith in the 2nd or 3rd century AD.

Popularity:

Cecilia is a popular name in many countries around the world, including Italy, Spain, and Sweden

Did you know?

The name Cecilia has been used in many works of literature and music, including the poem "The Eve of St. Agnes" by John Keats and the song "Cecilia" by Simon & Garfunkel.

Famous namesakes:

Actress Cecilia Suárez, who starred in the Netflix series "La Casa de las Flores," has won several awards for her performances in Mexican film and television.

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