Cielo
Cielo is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Sky or heaven.
Origin and history
Cielo is a feminine name of Spanish origin meaning sky or heaven. Derived from the Latin word caelum, it has grown in popularity in the United States in recent decades, particularly within Latino communities. It offers a soft, poetic sound with a modern nature-inspired feel.
Popularity in the United States
4,764 babies in the United States have been named Cielo since 1880. It ranks #2536 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #924.
States where it is most popular
- CA (42.2 %)
- TX (26.8 %)
- AZ (7.1 %)
- FL (4.7 %)
- IL (3.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 49 |
| 1990-2000 | 197 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,630 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,288 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,595 |
Fun facts
- In the Spanish language, 'cielo' is the common noun for both 'sky' and 'heaven'.
- Beyond its use as a given name, 'cielo' is widely used across the Spanish-speaking world as a romantic or affectionate term of endearment meaning 'my darling' or 'my sweetheart'.