Girl
Celia
heavenly
About Celia
Refined understatement marks this quietly sophisticated choice. Celia embodies genteel charm without pretension, offering literary associations and historical depth. The name's soft consonants and flowing vowels create delicate musicality. Its brevity belies its richness—Celia packs substantial character into just five letters. This selection appeals to parents who appreciate vintage revivals and understated elegance. The pronunciation is intuitive, requiring no explanation yet avoiding overuse. Celia suggests intelligence, creativity, and poise—attributes that serve well throughout life. The name's classical roots provide gravitas while maintaining freshness in contemporary contexts. It pairs beautifully with various middle names and surnames, demonstrating excellent versatility. Celia conveys maturity even in childhood, growing gracefully alongside its bearer. Parents selecting this name typically value subtlety, preferring quiet distinction over flashy uniqueness. The European flavor adds cosmopolitan sophistication without being inaccessible or pretentious.
Popularity of the Name Celia
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #152 | ||||
| 1881 | #146 | ||||
| 1882 | #141 | ||||
| 1883 | #166 | ||||
| 1884 | #159 | ||||
| 1885 | #148 | ||||
| 1886 | #159 | ||||
| 1887 | #160 | ||||
| 1888 | #157 | ||||
| 1889 | #176 | ||||
| 1890 | #169 | ||||
| 1891 | #177 | ||||
| 1892 | #167 | ||||
| 1893 | #169 | ||||
| 1894 | #162 | ||||
| 1895 | #158 | ||||
| 1896 | #171 | ||||
| 1897 | #171 | ||||
| 1898 | #174 | ||||
| 1899 | #183 | ||||
| 1900 | #173 | ||||
| 1901 | #174 | ||||
| 1902 | #167 | ||||
| 1903 | #175 | ||||
| 1904 | #170 | ||||
| 1905 | #185 | ||||
| 1906 | #176 | ||||
| 1907 | #178 | ||||
| 1908 | #168 | ||||
| 1909 | #185 | ||||
| 1910 | #169 | ||||
| 1911 | #178 | ||||
| 1912 | #188 | ||||
| 1913 | #200 | ||||
| 1914 | #193 | ||||
| 1915 | #195 | ||||
| 1916 | #214 | ||||
| 1917 | #209 | ||||
| 1918 | #224 | ||||
| 1919 | #237 | ||||
| 1920 | #242 | ||||
| 1921 | #254 | ||||
| 1922 | #253 | ||||
| 1923 | #250 | ||||
| 1924 | #256 | ||||
| 1925 | #258 | ||||
| 1926 | #272 | ||||
| 1927 | #267 | ||||
| 1928 | #279 | ||||
| 1929 | #288 | ||||
| 1930 | #265 | ||||
| 1931 | #282 | ||||
| 1932 | #323 | ||||
| 1933 | #292 | ||||
| 1934 | #290 | ||||
| 1935 | #295 | ||||
| 1936 | #298 | ||||
| 1937 | #305 | ||||
| 1938 | #307 | ||||
| 1939 | #322 | ||||
| 1940 | #327 | ||||
| 1941 | #336 | ||||
| 1942 | #348 | ||||
| 1943 | #357 | ||||
| 1944 | #331 | ||||
| 1945 | #357 | ||||
| 1946 | #380 | #239 | |||
| 1947 | #375 | ||||
| 1948 | #351 | ||||
| 1949 | #349 | ||||
| 1950 | #350 | #194 | |||
| 1951 | #329 | ||||
| 1952 | #320 | ||||
| 1953 | #348 | #213 | |||
| 1954 | #373 | #245 | |||
| 1955 | #350 | #292 | |||
| 1956 | #372 | #270 | |||
| 1957 | #405 | #210 | |||
| 1958 | #401 | #284 | |||
| 1959 | #407 | ||||
| 1960 | #416 | #239 | |||
| 1961 | #426 | #282 | |||
| 1962 | #415 | ||||
| 1963 | #461 | #334 | |||
| 1964 | #502 | #248 | |||
| 1965 | #503 | #300 | #334 | ||
| 1966 | #541 | #310 | #351 | ||
| 1967 | #581 | #285 | #293 | ||
| 1968 | #589 | #342 | |||
| 1969 | #644 | #256 | #285 | ||
| 1970 | #531 | #338 | #404 | ||
| 1971 | #612 | #362 | #387 | ||
| 1972 | #684 | #314 | #482 | ||
| 1973 | #645 | #306 | #412 | ||
| 1974 | #654 | #381 | |||
| 1975 | #718 | #350 | |||
| 1976 | #705 | #443 | |||
| 1977 | #655 | #333 | #478 | ||
| 1978 | #724 | #344 | |||
| 1979 | #690 | #338 | |||
| 1980 | #656 | #284 | |||
| 1981 | #614 | #241 | |||
| 1982 | #681 | #436 | |||
| 1983 | #492 | #547 | |||
| 1984 | #424 | #236 | |||
| 1985 | #500 | #259 | |||
| 1986 | #561 | #345 | |||
| 1987 | #590 | ||||
| 1988 | #590 | #344 | |||
| 1989 | #658 | #359 | |||
| 1990 | #588 | #350 | |||
| 1991 | #635 | #731 | |||
| 1992 | #650 | #636 | |||
| 1993 | #651 | #668 | |||
| 1994 | #692 | #301 | #626 | ||
| 1995 | #669 | #533 | #726 | ||
| 1996 | #662 | #567 | |||
| 1997 | #619 | #672 | #630 | ||
| 1998 | #619 | #672 | #371 | #722 | |
| 1999 | #597 | #681 | #611 | ||
| 2000 | #619 | #694 | #356 | #579 | |
| 2001 | #594 | #898 | #588 | ||
| 2002 | #652 | #615 | |||
| 2003 | #653 | #974 | #667 | ||
| 2004 | #677 | #890 | #641 | ||
| 2005 | #678 | #776 | |||
| 2006 | #699 | #568 | |||
| 2007 | #779 | #880 | |||
| 2008 | #756 | #634 | |||
| 2009 | #753 | #620 | |||
| 2010 | #744 | #939 | #756 | ||
| 2011 | #741 | #638 | |||
| 2012 | #740 | #600 | |||
| 2013 | #768 | #937 | #923 | #736 | |
| 2014 | #787 | #660 | |||
| 2015 | #852 | #952 | #788 | ||
| 2016 | #835 | #661 | |||
| 2017 | #838 | #838 | |||
| 2018 | #932 | #890 | #655 | ||
| 2019 | #869 | #972 | #571 | ||
| 2020 | #790 | #861 | #556 | ||
| 2021 | #791 | #835 | #532 | ||
| 2022 | #861 | #759 | #506 | ||
| 2023 | #828 | #517 | |||
| 2024 | #735 | #795 | #638 | #579 | |
| 2025 | #774 | #741 | #726 | #416 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Celia
Names Similar to Celia
Nicknames for Celia
- Cel
- Cece
- Lia
- Celi
Famous People Named Celia
| Celia Cruz | Cuban singer and "Queen of Salsa" |
| Celia Johnson | English actress known for her role in "Brief Encounter" |
| Celia Hammond | Former model and animal welfare campaigner |
| Celia Imrie | British actress from films like "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" |
| Celia Keenan-Bolger | American stage actress, Tony Award winner |
| Celia Lora | Mexican model and TV personality |
| Celia Thaxter | American poet and writer |
| Celia Faussart | French singer, one half of Les Nubians duo |
| Celia Sawyer | British interior designer and TV personality |
| Celia Birtwell | British fashion designer and printmaker |
| Celia Holman Lee | Irish model and fashion promoter |
| Celia Montalbán | Spanish actress and singer |
| Celia Weston | American actress known for her roles in "Junebug" and "Dead Man Walking" |
| Celia Diana Savile Imrie | English actress |
| Celia Ireland | Australian actress from the TV series "Wentworth" |
| Celia Pacquola | Australian comedian and actress |
| Celia Paul | British painter and artist |
| Celia Freijeiro | Spanish actress known for "Los hombres de Paco" |
Characters Named Celia
| Celia Hodes | Character from the TV series "Weeds" |
| Celia Turner | Character from the TV series "Rectify" |
| Celia Walden | Character from the TV series "Riviera" |
| Celia Brayfield | Character from the book "The Dream Academy" by James Hanley |
| Celia Mae | Character from the movie "Monsters, Inc" |
| Celia Rhodes | Character from the TV series "Dirty John" |
| Celia Solis | Character from the TV series "Desperate Housewives" |
| Celia de Witt | Character from the book "The Ten Thousand Doors of January" by Alix E. Harrow |
| Celia Bowen | Character from the book "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern |
| Celia Abbott | Character from the TV series "The Young and the Restless" |
| Celia Fairchild | Character from the novel "Beach Read" by Emily Henry |
| Celia Ryrie | Character from the novel "The Light Between Oceans" by M.L. Stedman |
| Celia Foote | Character from the movie "The Help" |