Celia: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced SEEL-yuh · 2 syllables
Celia means “heavenly”, from Latin.
Borrowed from Latin Caelia, feminine of Roman family name Caelius, probably from caelum (“heaven”). Introduced into English by William Shakespeare in As You Like It.
- Meaning
- heavenly
- Origin
- Latin
- Pronunciation
- SEEL-yuh
- US rank (2025)
- #774
- US babies a year
- about 349 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1890
- Style
- Vintage, Classic, Literary
How popular is Celia?
Celia was the #774 name in the US in 2025, given to 351 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1890.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #774 |
| England & Wales | #853 |
| Ireland | #690 |
| France | #119 |
| Norway | #390 |
| Canada | #615 |
| Australia | #576 |
How old are people named Celia?
Half of US adults named Celia are older than 52; most are between 21 and 84. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Celia
What does the name Celia mean?
Celia means “heavenly”. It comes from Latin.
How do you pronounce Celia?
Celia is pronounced SEEL-yuh.
How popular is the name Celia?
Celia was the #774 name in the US in 2025, given to 351 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 1890.
How old are people named Celia?
Half of US adults named Celia are older than 52. Most are between 21 and 84.