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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Heavenly
- Origin
- Latin (via French)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- suh-LEST
Celeste is a girl's name with roots in Latin, arriving in English by way of French, and it carries the meaning "heavenly." It's pronounced suh-LEST, and it falls into the timeless, classic style camp. If you want a name that reads as classic without feeling overused, Celeste is worth a look.
Meaning & Origin of Celeste
Meaning: Heavenly.
Origin: Latin (via French).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Celeste
suh-LESTIPA /səˈlɛst/
Popularity of Celeste
Celeste hit its highest point on record in 2024, ranking #198 with 1,556 babies given the name — based on Social Security Administration data going back to 1881.
Names Like Celeste
These names share Celeste’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Celeste mean?
Heavenly. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Celeste?
Celeste is pronounced suh-LEST (IPA: /səˈlɛst/).
Is Celeste a popular name right now?
Celeste is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #198 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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