Blind
A rare variant of Cecilia, derived from the Roman family name Caecilius. The name is traditionally associated with Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music, who was martyred in the 3rd century. Its meaning of 'blind' is often interpreted spiritually as being blind to the world but open to God.
Less common today
Cecillia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,567 in 2007.
Patron saint of musicians and church music
Protagonist of the novel and film Atonement · Atonement
World-renowned Italian coloratura mezzo-soprano
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
