Celestina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Celestina is a name with Latin origins, derived from 'caelestis', which means 'heavenly'. Throughout its evolution from Latin to modern languages, it has retained its ethereal meaning. Its popularity surged during the Renaissance, thanks to literary influences. The name is associated with elegance and grace, with notable figures bearing it in various fields.
The name Celestina is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Celestina 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, 'Celestina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1711th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2199th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3316th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2856th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3547th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4824th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5472nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Celestina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Celestina"
Pronunciation
/ˌsɛl.ɛsˈtiː.nə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Celestina is derived from the Latin word 'caelestis', meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the sky'. It is a diminutive form of 'caelestis', indicating a sense of endearment or familiarity.
Meaning
heavenly
Language Evolution
Caelestis (Latin), Celestinus (Late Latin), Celestina (Italian and Spanish)
Historical Usage
Celestina gained popularity in the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance, particularly in Italy and Spain. It was used in literature and was popularized by works such as the play 'Celestina' by Fernando de Rojas in the early 16th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Celeste, Celia, Selina
Modern Popularity & Image
Celestina is perceived as a romantic and elegant name. It evokes a sense of grace and celestial beauty, and while it is not extremely common today, it retains a classic appeal.
Famous People
Celestina Boninsegna, Italian actress, Celestina B. P. C. N. C. P. A. C. V., Brazilian poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Celestina"
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 "Celestina"
"Celestina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1711th of 9107 | 407 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2199th of 9204 | 274 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3316th of 12526 | 244 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2856th of 19264 | 406 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3547th of 27321 | 445 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4824th of 35406 | 438 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5472nd of 30306 | 281 |
Regional Popularity of "Celestina" 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 "Celestina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
42.60% 1008th/2366 |
85.11% 972nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
46.62% 1097th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
61.90% 1766th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
57.45% 2021st/3518 |
42.04% 1700th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
44.61% 2317th/5194 |
38.93% 2459th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
48.48% 3545th/7313 |
40.94% 3055th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
60.28% 4112th/6822 |
77.15% 4842nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Celestina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Celestina" 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.