| Meaning | heavenly |
| Origin | Latin |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ce-li-a |
Celia, a timeless and elegant name of Latin origin, has enchanted parents for generations with its celestial charm. Derived from the Latin name "Caelius," meaning "heavenly" or "of the sky," Celia encapsulates a sense of ethereal beauty that resonates with many.
Parents often choose the name Celia for their baby girls, as it exudes grace, sophistication, and a connection to the heavens. Its melodic sound and effortless flow make it a delightful choice for modern and classic tastes alike.
With variations such as Cecilia, Celina, and Celeste, Celia offers an array of options to suit individual preferences. It has also been popularized by notable figures in history, such as the legendary Cuban singer Celia Cruz and the talented English actress Celia Johnson.
Whether inspired by its heavenly connotations or captivated by its timeless allure, Celia remains a name that bestows a sense of celestial wonder upon any baby girl fortunate enough to bear it.
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| 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" |
| 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" |