Celeste
Celeste is a girl name of Latin, via Italian and French origin, meaning “Heavenly”.
| Meaning | Heavenly |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Italian and French |
| Pronunciation | seh-LEST |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Italy, United States, Argentina, France |
Meaning and origin of Celeste
Celeste comes from Latin caelestis, 'heavenly', from caelum, 'sky' or 'heaven'. It is used in Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and English, while French has Celeste and Celestine. Celestine was also the name of several popes, giving the root a long Christian background. The colour celeste, a pale sky blue, shares the same origin.
Is Celeste a religious name?
Celeste is a word name meaning 'heavenly'; it has no single religious source but its root appears in several popes' names.
How popular is Celeste?
Moderately used in English and Romance-language countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Celeste mean?
Celeste means 'Heavenly'. It is of Latin, via Italian and French origin.
Does Celeste have a religious meaning?
Celeste is a word name meaning 'heavenly'; it has no single religious source but its root appears in several popes' names.
How do you pronounce Celeste?
Celeste is pronounced seh-LEST.
Is Celeste a boy or girl name?
Celeste is usually a girl name.