Cecil Cummings

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cecil Cummings — Celtic
117K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cecil Cummings is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Cecil is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Cecil is a given name of Welsh origin. The name was associated with Monmouthshire and derives from the Old Welsh personal name Seisyllt. The name may be related to that of the local Celtic tribe (the Silures) and the successor kingdom (Essyllwg). Notable people with the given name include: Notable men with the given name Cecil Banes-Walker (1888–1915), English cricketer Cecil A. Beasley (1876–1959), American lawyer and politician Cecil Beaton (1904–1980), English photographer Cecil Boyd-Rochfort (1887–1983), British racehorse trainer Cecil Brooks III (born 1961), American drummer C. T. The surname Cummings: Cummings is a surname. As an Irish surname, it is anglicised from Irish Gaelic surname Ó Comáin. Abbott Lowell Cummings (1923–2017), American architectural historian Alan C. Cummings, American astrophysicist Albert Cummings (born 1968), American guitarist Alexander Cummings (territorial governor) (1810–1879), American general and politician Alexander B. Cummings Jr. (born 1956), Liberian politician Alma Carrie Cummings (1857–1926), American journalist Amos J. Cecil is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 117K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Cecil reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cecil

Celtic

Cecil is a given name of Welsh origin. The name was associated with Monmouthshire and derives from the Old Welsh personal name Seisyllt. The name may be related to that of the local Celtic tribe (the Silures) and the successor kingdom (Essyllwg). Notable people with the given name include: Notable men with the given name Cecil Banes-Walker (1888–1915), English cricketer Cecil A. Beasley (1876–1959), American lawyer and politician Cecil Beaton (1904–1980), English photographer Cecil Boyd-Rochfort (1887–1983), British racehorse trainer Cecil Brooks III (born 1961), American drummer C. T.

Surname: Cummings

Celtic

Cummings is a surname. As an Irish surname, it is anglicised from Irish Gaelic surname Ó Comáin. Abbott Lowell Cummings (1923–2017), American architectural historian Alan C. Cummings, American astrophysicist Albert Cummings (born 1968), American guitarist Alexander Cummings (territorial governor) (1810–1879), American general and politician Alexander B. Cummings Jr. (born 1956), Liberian politician Alma Carrie Cummings (1857–1926), American journalist Amos J.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cecil is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Cecil by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Cecil Cummings

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Cecil Cummings:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Cecil?
The first name Cecil originates from Celtic. Cecil is a given name of Welsh origin. The name was associated with Monmouthshire and derives from the Old Welsh personal name Seisyllt. The name may be related to that of the local Celtic tribe (the Silures) and the successor kingdom (Essyllwg). Notable people with the given name include: Notable men with the given name Cecil Banes-Walker (1888–1915), English cricketer Cecil A. Beasley (1876–1959), American lawyer and politician Cecil Beaton (1904–1980), English photographer Cecil Boyd-Rochfort (1887–1983), British racehorse trainer Cecil Brooks III (born 1961), American drummer C. T.
When was Cecil most popular?
The name Cecil reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cummings?
The surname Cummings originates from Celtic. Cummings is a surname. As an Irish surname, it is anglicised from Irish Gaelic surname Ó Comáin. Abbott Lowell Cummings (1923–2017), American architectural historian Alan C. Cummings, American astrophysicist Albert Cummings (born 1968), American guitarist Alexander Cummings (territorial governor) (1810–1879), American general and politician Alexander B. Cummings Jr. (born 1956), Liberian politician Alma Carrie Cummings (1857–1926), American journalist Amos J.
How common is the surname Cummings?
The surname Cummings is shared by approximately 79K people worldwide.
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