Celester Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationseh-LES-ter / səˈlɛs.tərLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: heavenly; English: celestial
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Celester is derived from the Latin word 'caelestis', meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the sky'. It is often associated with celestial themes and has been used in various cultures to denote a connection to the heavens. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It is less common today but retains a unique charm.
Trend Summary
The name Celester has not been widely popular in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Celest
- Celeste
International Variants
- Celeste (French)
- Celestino (Italian)
- Celestial (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Celester was first seen in the United States in 1914. Celester has ranked as high as #928 nationally, which occurred in 1943, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Celester has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1977 | 5 |