Celia

Girl's name

Celia is of Latin origin, derived from the name Caelia, which is possibly related to the Latin word "caelum" meaning "heaven" or "sky."

Meaning Blind
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 382
Peak year 1915

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With C

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Celia Cruz - Cuban singer, "Queen of Salsa"
  • Celia Johnson - English actress, "Brief Encounter"
  • Celia Imrie - English actress, "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel"
  • Celia Weston - American actress, "Junebug"
  • Celia Keenan-Bolger - American actress, "To Kill a Mockingbird"

Sisters for Celia

Girl names closely related to Celia

Julia Rose Grace Nina Elodie Ayla Vivienne Hannah

Brothers for Celia

Boy names closely related to Celia

Aidan Edward Zachary Philip Kyle Stanley Sean Logan

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Celia

Cecelia Cecil Cecile Cecilia Cecily Shayla Sheila Shelia

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