Cecil

Cecil is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman clan name Caecilius, meaning "blind" or "dim-sighted."

Notable Namesakes

• Cecil B. DeMille - Film director, producer (The Ten Commandments).
• Cecil Rhodes - British businessman, politician (De Beers diamonds).
• Cecil Day-Lewis - Poet, father of actor Daniel Day-Lewis.
• Cecil Taylor - Jazz pianist, composer.
• Cecil Fielder - MLB player, home run hitter.
• Cecil Beaton - Photographer, designer (Oscar-winning costume design).
• Cecil Afrika - South African rugby sevens player.
• Cecil Parkinson - British politician, Margaret Thatcher's cabinet member.
• Cecil Cooper - MLB player, manager (Milwaukee Brewers).
• Cecil Shorts III - NFL player, wide receiver.

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Name Variants

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