Caeli Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Caeli is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'sky' or 'heaven'. It evolved from the Latin 'caelum' and has been used in various forms throughout history. The name is associated with celestial themes and has gained modern popularity due to its unique sound and nature-inspired meaning. There is no biblical relevance, and it is often perceived positively in contemporary culture.
The name Caeli is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Caeli has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Caeli' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10851st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5680th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2843rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Caeli' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Caeli"
Pronunciation
/ˈkaɪli/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Caeli is derived from the Latin word 'caelum', which means 'sky' or 'heaven'. It is often associated with celestial themes and is sometimes used in a poetic context to refer to the heavens.
Meaning
sky, heaven
Language Evolution
Caelum (Latin), Caeli (Latin)
Historical Usage
The name Caeli has been used in various forms throughout history, gaining popularity in modern times, particularly within communities that favor unique or nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Celia, Kaylee, Kylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Caeli is viewed as a unique and ethereal name, often associated with nature and beauty. It is more commonly found in contemporary naming trends and among parents seeking distinctive names for their children.
Famous People
Caeli McKay (author), Caeli Sweeney (artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Caeli"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Caeli"
"Caeli" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10851st of 27321 | 82 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5680th of 35406 | 349 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2843rd of 30306 | 719 |
Regional Popularity of "Caeli" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Caeli" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
75.02% 5599th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
68.82% 3088th/4487 |
33.85% 2309th/6822 |
38.29% 2403rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Caeli"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Caeli" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.