Ciel

The first name Ciel, which can be used for both men and women, is derived from the Old French term ciel, meaning 'sky'. Therefore, the name carries the meaning 'the sky'. Although its roots lie in French, it is hardly used in France itself.

What does the name Ciel mean?

The name Ciel, which is used for both men and women, originates from the Old French word ciel, meaning 'sky'. Although Ciel comes from French, it is not common in France. It is most frequently found in the Netherlands. The feminine variant of the name is Cielle.

Where does the name Ciel come from?

Ciel is a first name of Old French origin, suitable for both men and women, and carries the meaning 'the sky'. The term ciel comes from Old French and stands for sky. The language in which this name frequently occurs is Dutch.

How do you pronounce Ciel?

The pronunciation of Ciel is monosyllabic and sounds soft. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'Siel' [siːl], with the long I determining the sound. The gentle L at the end rounds off the name harmoniously. Ciel conveys a sense of lightness and brightness - simple, modern, and melodic.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Ciel enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 2,308th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2021 at 1,552nd. In the last ten years, Ciel has been given as a first name around 100 times, placing it 2,463rd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 2,935th.

Nicknames & pet names

Cici / Ciecy / Cieli

Similar first names

Famous people

• Ciel Phantomhive (anime/manga character from Kirushitsuij)