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Name Origin

Cecelia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman cognomen 'Caecilius'. It traditionally means 'blind' but has evolved to be associated with music and celebration due to Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music.

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Famous People

Cecelia Payne-Gaposchkin (1900-1979)

Astronomer

  • Pioneer in the field of stellar astrophysics
  • First to determine that stars are primarily composed of hydrogen and helium

Cecelia Ahern (1981-)

Novelist

  • Author of international bestselling novels such as 'PS, I Love You'
  • Known for her heartwarming and emotionally resonant stories