Rising since 1987, #3,130 for girls today.
Popularity of Sicily since 1973
Babies named Sicily per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 60 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 140 |
| 2000s | 501 |
| 2010s | 466 |
| 2020s | 277 |
Meaning & origin
Sicily is a place name taken from the Mediterranean island, first recorded as a given name in 1973. As of 2025, it ranks 3,130th in the United States, with approximately 1 in 31,515 girls receiving the name. Its peak year was 2006, and it has been on a rising trajectory since 1987, indicating a slow but steady increase in use. The name is most common in Florida and California, reflecting a preference for names with scenic or exotic appeal. Sicily belongs to the category of geographical names that have gained traction in recent decades, alongside places like Savannah and Siena.
Sicily is a place name taken directly from the Mediterranean island. The island's name is ancient, possibly deriving from the Greek 'Sikelia' or the name of the Siculi people. As a given name, it belongs to the category of geographical names that gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Where Sicily is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sic, Cily
Sibling names for Sicily
Names that share Sicily's style, for a brother or sister.
