Celest Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Celest is a name of Latin origin that means 'heavenly'. It evolved from the Latin 'caelestis' through various forms in different languages, including Celeste. The name has gained popularity since the 19th century and is associated with celestial themes, representing tranquility. There is no direct biblical reference associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Celest"
Pronunciation
/səˈlɛst/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Celest derives from the Latin word 'caelestis', which means 'heavenly' or 'of the sky'.
Meaning
heavenly
Language Evolution
Caelestis (Latin), Celeste (Italian, French, Spanish), Celestial (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Celeste.
Variants & Derivatives
Celeste, Celestial, Celes
Modern Popularity & Image
Celest is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with celestial themes and a sense of tranquility.
Famous People
Celestine I, a Pope in the 5th century, Celestine of the Holy Cross, a prominent figure in religious history
📊 Celest Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Celest Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 56 peak births in 2004
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Celest"
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 "Celest"
"Celest" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5980th of 9107 | 30 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6475th of 12526 | 62 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6329th of 19264 | 117 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5988th of 27321 | 214 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4143rd of 35406 | 533 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9672nd of 30306 | 125 |
Regional Popularity of "Celest" 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 "Celest" 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) |
- | - |
73.87% 3837th/5194 |
57.23% 3615th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
39.66% 2900th/7313 |
30.20% 2254th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
71.45% 4484th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Celest"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Celest" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Celest" in the United States
The name Celest is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Celest has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Celest' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5980th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6475th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6329th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5988th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4143rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9672nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Celest' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.