Cece
Meaning of Cece
Pronounced SEE-see, Cece originates as a diminutive of Cecilia—derived from the Roman family name Caecilius and the Latin caecus (“blind”)—but has since asserted itself as an independent choice celebrated for its crisp, two-syllable symmetry. An analytical glance at U.S. Social Security data shows Cece maintaining a mid-700s rank during the 1950s and 1970s before gently drifting into the 900s, most recently placing 931st in 2024 with 19 births. Though not of Persian provenance, its mirrored consonants evoke the haunting refrains of a ghazal, lending a subtle poetic resonance. With a neutral warmth and a touch of dry wit—embodied in the playful echo of “C”—Cece offers modern parents a name that feels both familiar and distinct.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SEE-see (/ˈsi.si/)
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Notable People Named Cece
| Cece Bell - Cecelia Carolina Bell is an American author, cartoonist, and illustrator best known for her graphic novel El Deafo. |
| Cecilia Sagini Kemunto, known as Cece Sagini, is a Kenyan singer and songwriter known for songs like Appointment and Sio Mwisho. |
| Cece Delzer - Cecelia Anne Delzer is an American soccer player who plays as a forward or midfielder for the Utah Royals. |
