Cecil

Cecil is a boy's and girl's baby name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Caecilius, itself from caecus meaning 'blind.' Despite its literal root, the name has long been associated with English aristocracy and quiet distinction.

Cecil was a staple of the British upper class through the Victorian era and early 20th century — Cecil Rhodes and Cecil Beaton are among its most recognizable bearers. In the U.S. it saw steady use through the mid-1900s before fading, but its clipped, no-nonsense sound has drawn renewed interest among parents seeking underused vintage names.