Celestine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Celestine is a name of Latin origin that means 'heavenly'. It evolved from the Latin 'caelestis' through various forms in late Latin to its current English form. The name is linked to several saints and has a strong Christian heritage, although it lacks direct biblical references. Today, it is viewed as a beautiful and unique name with celestial connotations.
The name Celestine is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Celestine has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Celestine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2480th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3933rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 624th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 640th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 801st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1671st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3855th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6383rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5169th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Celestine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Celestine"
Pronunciation
/səˈlɛs.tiːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Celestine is derived from the Latin word 'caelestis', meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the sky'. It has been used as a given name since the early Christian period.
Meaning
heavenly
Language Evolution
Caelestis (Latin), Celestinus (Late Latin), Celestine (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Christian tradition, particularly during the Middle Ages, due to its association with several saints and popes named Celestine.
Variants & Derivatives
Celeste, Celestina, Celia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Celestine is considered a unique and elegant name, often associated with a celestial or ethereal quality. It is less common than many traditional names but is appreciated for its beauty.
Famous People
Saint Celestine I, Pope, Celestine of the Holy Cross, French religious leader, Celestine Gallas, American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Celestine"
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 "Celestine"
"Celestine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2480th of 7545 | 173 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3933rd of 6773 | 59 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 624th of 9107 | 2,344 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 640th of 9204 | 2,222 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 801st of 12526 | 2,905 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1671st of 19264 | 917 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3855th of 27321 | 400 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6383rd of 35406 | 300 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5169th of 30306 | 305 |
Regional Popularity of "Celestine" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
72.32% 1024th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| 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 "Celestine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
49.51% 701st/1416 |
41.04% 566th/1379 |
22.65% 536th/2366 |
75.39% 861st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
54.40% 841st/1546 |
40.42% 629th/1556 |
20.57% 484th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
38.12% 849th/2227 |
32.10% 780th/2430 |
20.22% 577th/2853 |
52.00% 1443rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.66% 1576th/2937 |
41.95% 1461st/3483 |
52.42% 1844th/3518 |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
57.84% 3654th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
72.04% 5376th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
51.69% 3244th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Celestine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Celestine" 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.