Celene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Celene is a name of Greek origin, derived from 'Selene' meaning 'moon.' It has evolved through historical forms such as Selene and Selena. The name is associated with celestial beauty and femininity, gaining popularity in the 20th century. It has no biblical relevance, and common variants include Celine and Selene. Celene is viewed positively in modern contexts, often linked to grace and elegance.
The name Celene is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Celene has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Celene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7673rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4676th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4004th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4332nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2620th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5140th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7448th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Celene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Celene"
Pronunciation
/səˈliːn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Celene is derived from the Greek word 'Selene,' which refers to the moon, personified as a goddess in ancient mythology.
Meaning
moon
Language Evolution
Selene (Ancient Greek), Selena (Latin), Celene (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Celene gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by its association with moon-related themes and celestial beauty.
Variants & Derivatives
Selena, Celine, Selene
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Celene is perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with femininity and beauty.
Famous People
Céline Dion, Céline Sciamma
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Celene"
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 "Celene"
"Celene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7673rd of 9107 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4676th of 9204 | 65 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4004th of 12526 | 177 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4332nd of 19264 | 215 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2620th of 27321 | 688 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5140th of 35406 | 399 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7448th of 30306 | 183 |
Regional Popularity of "Celene" 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 "Celene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
80.78% 3615th/4475 |
43.24% 2246th/5194 |
20.82% 1315th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
74.32% 5435th/7313 |
36.07% 2692nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
74.49% 4675th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Celene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Celene" 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.