What is the origin of the name Celeste?

Celeste is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Celeste?

Celeste is currently ranked #198 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Celeste?

Celeste is pronounced suh-LEST.

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Celeste

suh-LEST

Popularity

#198

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

64,006

Peak Year

#1,637 in 2004

First Recorded

1881

Style

Soft & Gentle, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Celeste is of Latin origin, meaning 'heavenly' or 'celestial'.

Nickname Watch

Les Celes

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

Celeste Holm
American stage, film, and television actress
Celeste Barber
Australian comedian, actress, writer

Nicknames

Les Celes

Spelling Variations

Celestia Celestine Céleste

Similar Names

Aurora Luna Stella Seraphina

Personality Traits

GracefulElegantCreativeIntuitive

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