Cilla

Cilla is a female first name used as a short form of Cecilia in the Netherlands and Sweden. Cecilia, in turn, is a variant of the name Caecilia, which traces back to the ancient Roman family name Caecilius. Historically, this first name meant 'the woman from the house of the Caecilii.'

What does the name Cilla mean?

Cilla is regarded as a Dutch and Swedish short form of Cecilia, which is a derivative of the name Caecilia, originating from the ancient Roman family name Caecilius. Originally, the meaning of the name was 'the woman from the house of the Caecilii.' However, this interpretation has changed in popular understanding and is often interpreted today as 'the blind one,' 'the blinded one,' or 'the one-eyed.' The name Cilla derives from the Latin term caecus, which means 'blind,' 'blinded,' or 'one-eyed.' There are also various short forms such as Cille, Cilia, Cilja, Cilya, Cilli, Cilly, Zilli, Zilly, Zilla, and Zillah. The name became famous through Saint Cecilia, a Roman lady who, along with her husband Valerian, his brother Tiburtius, and a soldier named Maximus, suffered martyrdom under Emperor Alexander Severus.

Where does the name Cilla come from?

Cilla is a female first name of Latin origin, meaning 'the blind one.' The Latin word caecus means 'blind,' 'one-eyed,' or 'blinded.' The languages in which the name is used include English, Estonian, Dutch, and Swedish.

How do you pronounce Cilla?

Cilla is perceived as two syllables and softly rounded. It is pronounced as 'Zil-la' [ˈzɪla] or 'Sil-la.' The name begins with a clear sibilant sound, and the double 'l' provides a gentle, flowing middle. The open 'a' ending gives Cilla a warm touch. This makes the name appear friendly and uncomplicated – delicate, harmonious, and easily accessible.

When is the name day of Cilla?

The name day for Cilla is celebrated on November 22.

Popularity

In Germany, Cilla is a fairly common first name. In 2019, it ranked 2,718th on the list of the most common female first names for newborns. Over the last ten years, the name Cilla has been given about 20 times, placing it 6,729th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,112th. Regarding global popularity, one can view Cilla's rankings in the name charts of various countries.

Famous people

• Cilla Black (English singer in the 1960s)
• Cilla Kung (Hong Kong actress)
• Cilla Niekoop (singer of the band Ch!pz)