Sissel

Sissel is a Scandinavian form of Cecilia, itself derived from the Latin family name Caecilia, which comes from the Roman clan name Caecilus, ultimately connected to the Latin word caecus, meaning blind. The name gained widespread use in medieval Europe through the veneration of Saint Cecilia, a Roman martyr who became the patron saint of music. Sissel remains a popular given name in Norway and Denmark, and its cognates include Cecilia, Cecily, Sheila, and Síseal.