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Cicely
Pronounced SIS-uh-lee /ˈsɪs.ə.li/Medium
Meaning: An English form of Cecilia, from the Roman family name Caecilius (from caecus, 'blind'). Also the name of a sweet garden herb (sweet cicely). Vintage and gentle.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Cicely is an old English form of Cecilia, from the Roman Caecilius (from caecus, 'blind'), long tied to Saint Cecilia, patron of music. It also names a garden herb. Vintage and soft, it reads classic - rare in the U.S. (said 'SIS-uh-lee').
In the U.S. it appears rarely. Rare, vintage, and gentle.
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What does the name Cicely mean?
Cicely is a form of Cecilia, from a Roman family name (from 'blind'); it also names a sweet garden herb.
How do you pronounce Cicely?
It's said SIS-uh-lee /ˈsɪs.ə.li/ - three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Cicely a boy or girl name?
Cicely is a girl's name.
How popular is Cicely?
Cicely is a rare name in the U.S.