Celio

♂ Boy

Pronounced CHEH-lee-oh /ˈtʃɛ.li.oʊ/Medium

Meaning: Celio is an Italian name from the Latin Caelius, a Roman family name tied to caelum, 'heaven; sky' (and to one of Rome's seven hills, the Caelian). A soft, classical pick, it is well used in Italy.Low

In 30 seconds: A soft Italian name: Celio ties to Latin 'heaven; sky' (said 'CHEH-lee-oh'). Classical and warm.

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Origin MediumItalian, Latin

MeaningCelio is an Italian name from the Latin Caelius, a Roman family name tied to caelum, 'heaven; sky' (and to one of Rome's seven hills, the Caelian). A soft, classical pick, it is well used in Italy.

U.S. rank (2024)#12611 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 67

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Celio is an Italian name from the Latin Caelius, a Roman family name tied to caelum ('heaven; sky') and the Caelian Hill of Rome. A soft, classical pick, it is well used in Italy and rare here. A flowing three-beat name (said 'CHEH-lee-oh').

It is rare for boys in the U.S. Rare, Italian, and classical.

Did you know? Celio is an Italian name from the Latin Caelius, linked to caelum, 'heaven; sky,' and to Rome's Caelian Hill. It carries a gentle, classical feel — rare and warm in the U.S. (said 'CHEH-lee-oh').

Overall data confidence 52%

References — Celio — Italian, from Latin Caelius/caelum 'heaven; sky'

Variations

CelsoCielo

Nicknames

CelLio

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Celio mean?

Celio is an Italian name from the Latin Caelius, tied to caelum, 'heaven; sky.'

How do you pronounce Celio?

It's said CHEH-lee-oh /ˈtʃɛ.li.oʊ/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Celio a boy or girl name?

Here Celio is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Celio?

Celio is rare for boys in the U.S.