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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Sky, heaven
- Origin
- Spanish
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- see-EH-loh
Cielo is a Spanish name meaning "sky" or "heaven," pronounced see-EH-loh. It has a modern feel and suits families drawn to an outdoorsy, nature-inspired, free-spirited, boho, worldly sensibility. It's a name for a girl that carries the open sky with it.
Meaning & Origin of Cielo
Meaning: Sky, heaven.
Origin: Spanish.
How to Pronounce Cielo
see-EH-lohIPA /siˈɛloʊ/
Popularity of Cielo
Cielo ranked #809 in the U.S. in 2024, with 347 girls given the name that year. That's also its highest ranking in the Social Security records, which run from 1977 to 2024, so it's right at its most popular point now.
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FAQ
What does the name Cielo mean?
Sky, heaven.
How do you pronounce Cielo?
Cielo is pronounced see-EH-loh (IPA: /siˈɛloʊ/).
Is Cielo a popular name right now?
Cielo is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #809 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1977–2024.)
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