Aracely
Aracely is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Altar of heaven.
Origin and history
Aracely is a Spanish name derived from the Latin phrase meaning 'altar of heaven'. It originated as a Marian devotional name linked to the Virgin of Araceli. In the United States, it is a well-established choice among Spanish-speaking communities and continues to enjoy steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
9,906 babies in the United States have been named Aracely since 1880. It ranks #1656 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1305.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.1 %)
- TX (35.5 %)
- AZ (5.1 %)
- IL (5 %)
- FL (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 29 |
| 1960-1970 | 185 |
| 1970-1980 | 794 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,156 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,631 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,598 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,672 |
| 2020-2029 | 841 |
Famous people named Aracely
- Aracely Arámbula: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Ara, Cely, Cheli
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the Latin 'ara caeli', referring to a sacred shrine devoted to Mary.
- It is a common variant spelling of the traditional Spanish name Araceli.