Celeste Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationseh-LEST / /səˈlɛst/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: heavenly; French: celestial
Historical & Cultural Background
Celeste is derived from the Latin word 'caelestis', meaning 'heavenly'. Traditionally, it has been used as a feminine name, but it has also been adopted for boys in some cultures. The name has been associated with celestial themes and has appeared in various artistic and literary contexts throughout history.
Trend Summary
Celeste has seen a gradual increase in popularity as a boy's name in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Celest
- Celestino
International Variants
- Celeste (Italian)
- Celestine (French)
- Celestino (Spanish)
Famous people named Celeste
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Celeste was first seen in the United States in 1916. Celeste has ranked as high as #866 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Celeste has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Celeste
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |