Cecilia (en. Cecilia)

/se-ˈsi-lyä/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Name of Latin origin, meaning 'cecilia' or 'cecilian'.
Cecilia is a very popular name in various cultures.
Cecilia es un nombre muy popular en varias culturas.
Reference to Saint Cecilia, patroness of music.
Many musicians celebrate Saint Cecilia on her feast day.
Muchos músicos celebran a Santa Cecilia en su festividad.
A name that can allude to delicacy and softness.
The melody that Cecilia played was impressive.
La melodía que tocó Cecilia fue impresionante.

Etymology

From Latin 'Caecilia', which is a derivative of the name 'Caecus', meaning 'blind'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Cecilia in music
Reference to the celebration of Saint Cecilia, patron saint of musicians.
Cecilia en la música
To make a 'Cecilia'
To do something with great harmony or beauty, alluding to the musicality of the name.
Hacer una 'Cecilia'

Related Words

Ceciliano
Adjective referring to something related to Cecilia or her feast.
Ceciliano
Ceciliana
Feminine form of the adjective related to Cecilia.
Ceciliana
Cecilio
Masculine name derived from the same origin.
Cecilio

Slang Meanings

Referring to a talented person in music.
That girl is the Cecilia of the group, always impressing with her voice.
Esa chica es la Cecilia del grupo, siempre impresiona con su voz.
Endearing term for a close friend.
You are my Cecilia, you are always there for me.
Eres mi Cecilia, siempre estás ahí para mí.