Cielo
Cielo is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning “Sky, heaven”, pronounced see-EH-loh. It ranked #795 in the United States in 2025, given to 342 babies, and peaked at #795 in 2025. Common nicknames: Ciel, Cie, Lolo.
How popular is Cielo in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Cielo mean, and where does it come from?
Cielo is the Spanish and Italian word for sky and for heaven, and in Spanish it doubles as an endearment — mi cielo, my sky, said to a child much as English says sweetheart. That everyday warmth is most of why it works as a name. It has appeared in American birth records since the 1970s and entered the top thousand in 2000, growing with a wider group of Spanish word-names: Luna, Alma, Paloma, Estrella. Two open syllables, no consonant clusters, and a meaning that needs no translating even for people who do not speak Spanish.
How is Cielo used around the world?
Cielo is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Cielo?
Famous People Named Cielo
- Cielo Latini — Argentine writer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Cielo mean?
Cielo is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning "Sky, heaven." Cielo is the Spanish and Italian word for sky and for heaven, and in Spanish it doubles as an endearment — mi cielo, my sky, said to a child much as English says sweetheart. That everyday warmth is most of why it works as a name.
How do you pronounce Cielo?
Cielo is pronounced see-EH-loh. Common variations include Cielos, Ciela, Celo.
Is Cielo a girl name?
Yes, Cielo is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ciel, Cie, Lolo.