Declining since 2002, #1,427 for girls today.
Popularity of Aracely since 1956
Babies named Aracely per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 29 |
| 1960s | 185 |
| 1970s | 794 |
| 1980s | 1,156 |
| 1990s | 1,631 |
| 2000s | 3,598 |
| 2010s | 1,672 |
| 2020s | 841 |
Meaning & origin
Aracely is a distinctly Hispanic name with deep roots in Spanish Marian devotion. Since its first U.S. recording in 1956, it gained steady popularity among Latino families, reaching a peak rank in 2003. In that year, the name was most common in Arizona, Texas, and California. After 2002, its usage entered a gradual decline, yet it remains a familiar choice in Southwestern states. The name's 2025 rank of 1,427 and incidence of 1 in 10,644 girls reflect its enduring but niche status. Aracely's lyrical sound and religious undertones give it a gentle, timeless appeal while keeping it far from mainstream saturation.
Aracely is a Spanish variant of the Latin Ara Celis, meaning "altar of the sky." The name may also be linked to the Virgin of Araceli, a Marian title from the town of Araceli in Spain, which derives from the Latin phrase Ara Caeli. It has been used in the Spanish-speaking world since the medieval period, but became common in the United States among Hispanic families in the 20th century.
Where Aracely is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ara, Cely, Ace, Ara
Sibling names for Aracely
Names that share Aracely's style, for a brother or sister.
