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Ciel

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Pronounced see-EL /siˈɛl/Medium

Meaning: From French ciel, 'the sky, heaven' (from Latin caelum)Medium

In 30 seconds: Sky and heaven: Ciel is French for 'the sky, heaven'. Soft, airy, and chic — a celestial word-name.

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Origin MediumFrench, Latin

MeaningFrom French ciel, 'the sky, heaven' (from Latin caelum)

U.S. rank (2024)#4902 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 371

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

Ciel comes from French ciel, 'the sky, heaven' (from Latin caelum). A soft, airy, chic celestial word-name, used for both sexes, here for girls; it's said 'see-EL'.

In the U.S. it appears in French families. Rare, the-sky at the root, and airy.

Did you know? Ciel means 'the sky, heaven' in French (Latin caelum) — a soft, chic celestial word-name; airy and lovely (said 'see-EL').

Overall data confidence 72%

French references — ciel — etymology

Variations

CieloSky

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ciel mean?

Ciel is French for 'the sky, heaven'.

How do you pronounce Ciel?

It's said see-EL /siˈɛl/ — one to two syllables, stress on the EL.

Is Ciel a boy or girl name?

Ciel is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Ciel?

Ciel is a rare name in the U.S.