Celeste
Celeste is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Heavenly or celestial.
Origin and history
Celeste is a feminine name derived from the Latin word 'caelestis', meaning 'heavenly' or 'celestial'. It has a long history of use in various European cultures, including French, Italian, and English. In the United States, it has been consistently used since the 19th century and has seen a rise in popularity in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
65,621 babies in the United States have been named Celeste since 1880. It ranks #501 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #250.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21 %)
- TX (13.6 %)
- NY (8.2 %)
- IL (5.1 %)
- FL (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 139 |
| 1890-1900 | 295 |
| 1900-1910 | 429 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,151 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,313 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,104 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,167 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,667 |
| 1960-1970 | 6,977 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,536 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,312 |
| 1990-2000 | 9,815 |
| 2000-2010 | 10,556 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,838 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,322 |
Famous people named Celeste
- Celeste Holm: Actress
- Celeste Buckingham: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Cece, Cel
Fun facts
- The name shares its etymological origin with the word 'celestial', often used to describe objects in outer space.
- Celeste is widely recognized across multiple languages, including French, Italian, Spanish, and English.