Cecylia

Feminine form of Cecil, Latin

"blind"

Cecylia Origin and Meaning

The name Cecylia is a girl's name of Polish origin.

Cecylia is a distinctive spelling variant of Cecilia, a feminine name of Latin origin meaning 'blind' or traditionally associated with the Latin family name Caecilius. This particular Polish spelling variation maintains the melodious quality of the original while giving it a unique Eastern European flair. The name carries rich historical connections, as Saint Cecilia is the patroness of musicians in the Catholic tradition. While the standard spelling Cecilia has remained consistently popular throughout Western history, the Cecylia variant is far less common outside of Polish communities. The name conveys elegance and cultural heritage, with its distinctive 'y' spelling offering a subtle uniqueness to this classic name.

Popularity of the name Cecylia

• 179 Poland 2020