Celes

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Celes Pronunciation

Celes is pronounced sə-LES /səˈlɛs/Medium

Meaning: A short form of Celeste/Celestine — from Latin caelestis, 'heavenly; of the sky'; also a video-game character name; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Heavenly; of the sky: Celes shortens Celeste — 'heavenly'. Crisp, lyrical, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'sə-LES').

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MeaningA short form of Celeste/Celestine — from Latin caelestis, 'heavenly; of the sky'; also a video-game character name; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#6660 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births17 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 265

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Celes is a short form of Celeste/Celestine — from Latin caelestis, 'heavenly; of the sky' (routes layered, which we note). It is also a beloved video-game character name (Final Fantasy VI), which we note. A crisp, lyrical name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, heavenly at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Celeste means 'heavenly; of the sky' (Latin caelestis) — Celes is a crisp short form (also a beloved Final Fantasy character) — used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered; said 'sə-LES').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Celeste — routes layered

Variations

CelesteCelestineCelia

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Latin Unisex

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Celes?

Celes is pronounced sə-LES (/səˈlɛs/). Press play above to hear Celes said aloud.

How do you say Celes?

Celes is said sə-LES (/səˈlɛs/). Press play above to hear Celes said aloud.

What does the name Celes mean?

Celes shortens Celeste — Latin 'heavenly; of the sky'; the routes are layered.

Is Celes a boy or girl name?

Celes is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Celes?

Celes is a very rare name in the U.S.