Araceli
Araceli is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Altar of the sky or altar of heaven.
Origin and history
Araceli is a traditional name of Latin origin derived from a Spanish title for the Virgin Mary, meaning 'altar of the sky'. It has maintained steady, moderate usage in the United States, particularly within Spanish-speaking communities. The name carries a classic and poetic feel.
Popularity in the United States
20,268 babies in the United States have been named Araceli since 1880. It ranks #1054 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #807.
States where it is most popular
- CA (43 %)
- TX (27.8 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
- AZ (4.3 %)
- FL (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 34 |
| 1950-1960 | 216 |
| 1960-1970 | 747 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,673 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,230 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,179 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,714 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,523 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,947 |
Famous people named Araceli
- Araceli Segarra: Mountaineer, Author
- Araceli Arambula: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Ara, Celi, Cheli
Fun facts
- The name originates from a title for Mary based on the Santa Maria in Aracoeli church in Rome.
- Araceli is a recurring given name in Hispanic literature and poetry.