Aracelio
Obscure name of uncertain origin and meaning, potentially derived from Latin roots.
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Aracelio. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Aracelio today is around 67 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aracelio births was 1962 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aracelio. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Aracelio is about 67 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Aracelios were born before 1969.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Aracelio. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1962
5 babies that year
Average age
67
years old
1962 SSA rank
#4,070
Tracked since 1962
Popularity
Aracelio: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Aracelio by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aracelio during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Aracelio
The name Aracelio is believed to have originated from the Latin language, with its roots traced back to ancient Roman times. It is derived from the Latin word "arx," which means "citadel" or "fortress," combined with the suffix "-elius," a diminutive form indicating smallness or endearment.
The earliest known recorded instance of the name Aracelio can be found in ancient Roman documents dating back to the 2nd century AD. During this period, it was not uncommon for Roman families to give their children names that held symbolic meaning or reflected their aspirations.
Throughout history, the name Aracelio has been borne by several notable individuals. One of the earliest recorded instances is Aracelio Paulus, a Roman senator and philosopher who lived in the 3rd century AD. He was known for his extensive writings on ethics and moral philosophy.
In the 9th century, Aracelio de Osma was a notable Spanish cleric and theologian. He played a significant role in the intellectual and religious discourse of his time, authoring several influential treatises on Christian doctrine and theology.
During the Renaissance period, Aracelio Borghese was an Italian architect and sculptor who worked on several prominent projects in Rome and the surrounding areas. His most notable work is the design of the Basilica of St. Peter's in the Vatican City, which he contributed to alongside other renowned artists and architects of the time.
In the 18th century, Aracelio Monteverdi was an Italian composer and violinist. He was a prominent figure in the development of the Baroque musical style and is widely regarded as one of the most influential composers of the era.
More recently, in the 20th century, Aracelio Iglesias was a renowned Spanish painter and sculptor. His works were heavily influenced by the Cubist and Surrealist movements, and he is celebrated for his unique style and artistic vision.
While the name Aracelio has its roots in ancient Roman culture, it has transcended borders and generations, appearing in various forms across different languages and cultures over the centuries. Despite its relatively rare usage, the name has been carried by individuals who have left their mark on history through their contributions to fields such as philosophy, religion, architecture, music, and art.
People
Aracelio + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aracelio as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Aracelio: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aracelio?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aracelio going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Aracelio a common name?
We classify Aracelio as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aracelio most popular?
The single biggest year for Aracelio was 1962, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aracelio is about 67 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Aracelio in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Aracelio a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aracelio in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Aracelio still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Aracelio in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Aracelio can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Aracelio?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.