Celestina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationseh-les-TEE-nah / tʃeˈlɛs.ti.nəLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: heavenly; Italian: celestial
Historical & Cultural Background
Celestina is derived from the Latin word 'caelestis,' meaning 'heavenly' or 'celestial.' The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy and among Spanish-speaking populations. It gained popularity during the Renaissance, often associated with themes of beauty and divinity.
Trend Summary
Celestina has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early 20th century and a resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Celeste
- Celestine
International Variants
- Celestina (Spanish)
- Célestine (French)
- Celestina (Italian)
Famous people named Celestina
Celestina Boninsegna was an Italian painter known for her contributions to the Baroque art movement.
Celestina Agostinelli is recognized as a prominent Italian opera singer from the 19th century.
Celestina B. was a notable American poet who published several works in the early 20th century.
Celestina M. is a contemporary Italian author known for her novels exploring themes of identity.
Fictional characters named Celestina
Celestina is a character in the play 'Celestina' by Fernando de Rojas, known for her role as a matchmaker.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Celestina was first seen in the United States in 1892. Celestina has ranked as high as #1213 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Arizona, New York, and Colorado. In the past 5 years the name Celestina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Celestina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1894 | 9 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 9 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 11 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 20 |
| 1918 | 22 |
| 1919 | 17 |
| 1920 | 32 |
| 1921 | 28 |
| 1922 | 42 |
| 1923 | 23 |
| 1924 | 27 |
| 1925 | 28 |
| 1926 | 31 |
| 1927 | 25 |
| 1928 | 17 |
| 1929 | 20 |
| 1930 | 22 |
| 1931 | 22 |
| 1932 | 24 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1967 | 20 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 31 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 36 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 31 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1998 | 52 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 26 |