How Many People Are Named Aracelis?

Complete statistics for the name Aracelis: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Aracelis
Very Rare
Latin

Aracelis has a very classic feel but is surprisingly rare, with only 1,037 people named Aracelis living in the U.S. today. That's 1 in 318,267 Americans. It peaked in 1971 with 35 births that year.

~1,037
Living in US
1 in 318,267
Americans
1971
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Altar of the sky or altar of heaven
🌐
Origin
Latin
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Graceful Spiritual Warm Idealistic
5
Life Path Number

The number 5 in numerology represents freedom, adventure, and a love of change. People with this life path number tend to be curious, adaptable, and drawn to new experiences and variety in life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

44,845
Worldwide Bearers
#20,239
Global Rank
🇻🇪 Venezuela
15,931
🇨🇺 Cuba
8,029
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
6,610
🇨🇴 Colombia
5,929
🇺🇸 United States
3,072
🇵🇦 Panama
1,982
🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
744
🇲🇽 Mexico
666
🇳🇮 Nicaragua
589
🇦🇷 Argentina
426

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,037 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 42
303
Would be under 30 (28%)
607
Would be 30–60 (56%)
179
Would be over 60 (16%)

All 1,089 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1971

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
88
Classic Feel
50
Modern Appeal
60
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Aracelis Through the Generations

The name Aracelis carries a rich history and a touch of the old world, yet it's quite uncommon in the U.S., with just 1,037 living bearers. This stark contrast between its all-time 1,089 births and current population highlights its rarity. The peak year of 1971 saw 35 births, indicating a brief surge in popularity before declining. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 28% under 30, 56% aged 30-60, and 16% over 60, suggesting a mix of younger and older generations. This trend of declining popularity is notable, as it contrasts with the steady increase in names like Isabella or Emma. The significant gap between past and present numbers underscores the name's journey from a more common choice to a very rare one today.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 423
New Jersey 30
Pennsylvania 16
Massachusetts 14
Illinois 11

✨ Similar Names to Aracelis

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Aracelis's Latin roots

📄 About the Name Aracelis

How Many People Have the Name Aracelis?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,037 people in the United States currently share the name Aracelis. That works out to roughly 1 in every 318,267 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Aracelis a Common or Rare Name?

Aracelis is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Aracelis Mean?

Aracelis means "Altar of the sky or altar of heaven" and comes from Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Aracelis in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Aracelis Most Popular?

The name Aracelis reached peak popularity in 1971, with 35 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Aracelis?

Approximately 1,037 people named Aracelis live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,089. That works out to roughly 1 in 318,267 Americans.

Is Aracelis a rare name?

Aracelis is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 318,267 Americans has this name.

What does the name Aracelis mean?

Aracelis means "Altar of the sky or altar of heaven" and comes from Latin origins.

Is Aracelis more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Aracelis are male and 100% are female.

When was Aracelis most popular?

Aracelis peaked in 1971 with 35 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,037
All-Time Births1,089
1 in X1 in 318,267
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age42
Peak Year1971
World Rank#20,239
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.