Ciel: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: SEE-el
Origin: French
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: Sky

Ciel is a French name meaning "sky." It carries a sense of tranquility and expansiveness, appealing to parents who appreciate nature-inspired names. Ciel has become popular as a unisex name, embodying elegance and beauty. The name evokes feelings of calmness and connection to the heavens, making it a lovely choice for boys or girls. Choosing Ciel represents a celebration of nature and the beauty of the cosmos in a child's identity.

Ciel Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Ciel is currently #12102 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Ciel is currently #5241 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Ciel is currently #5912 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Ciel is currently #2599 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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