Cecily

The name Cecily is an English form of the French name Cecile, which is derived from the Latin name Caecilia. Caecilia is derived from the Roman family name Caecilius, which is thought to come from the Latin word 'caecus' meaning 'blind' or 'dimmed vision'.

It is believed that the name was originally given to a young girl born with poor eyesight or some other vision impairment. Over time, the name became popular and lost its literal meaning, instead being seen as a beautiful and feminine name.

Cecily was a popular name in medieval England, with several notable bearers including Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music, and Cecily Neville, the mother of two English kings. The name fell out of favor for a time but has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years.

While the name's origins are rooted in a physical disability, it has come to be appreciated for its soft, melodic sound and historical connections to royalty and sainthood.