Aracely is a Spanish and Latin American variant of the name Araceli, derived from the Latin words "ara" meaning "altar" and "coeli" meaning "sky." This combination symbolizes the "altar of the sky." The name may have originated from a shortened version of the Roman Catholic epithet, María (de) Araceli, of the Virgin Mary. Historically significant due to its connection with the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Altar in Heaven, Aracely is a rare name in the United States, last appearing on the top 1000 baby names list in 2010. Despite its rarity, it remains a unique and meaningful name, often associated with faith and strength.
