Holding steady.
Popularity of Lecil since 1914
Babies named Lecil per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 44 |
| 1920s | 108 |
| 1930s | 62 |
| 1940s | 62 |
| 1950s | 21 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lecil is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1914, with its peak usage in 1921. It has never ranked in the top 1,000 names and remains a highly unusual choice. The name's origin is uncertain; it may be a variant of Cecil or a blend of Lee and Cecil. The trajectory of Lecil has been stable, with no significant revival in recent years. Despite its obscurity, it bears the vintage charm of early 20th-century American naming trends, similar to other rare names of the era.
Lecil is a rare given name, first recorded in the United States in 1914. It peaked in usage in 1921, but never ranked among the top 1,000 names. Its origin is unclear; it may be a variant of Cecil (derived from the Roman family name Caecilius, meaning 'blind'), or a combination of the popular elements Lee (from Old English leah 'clearing, meadow') and Cecil. The name has remained obscure and stable in usage over the decades.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee, Cil
Sibling names for Lecil
Names that share Lecil's style, for a brother or sister.
