Celestina
Meaning of Celestina
Celestina is a female name with Italian and Spanish origins. In Italian, it is pronounced as che-le-STEE-nah (/tʃelesˈtiːna/), while in Spanish, it is pronounced as seh-les-TEE-nah (/selesˈtina/). The English pronunciation of Celestina is suh-LES-tee-nuh (/səˈlɛstiːnə/). This name has a celestial association, as it derives from the Latin word "caelestis," meaning "heavenly" or "celestial." It evokes images of the stars and the sky, giving it a sense of ethereal beauty. Celestina has variations such as Celeste, which shares its celestial connotation. In terms of popularity, Celestina has been given to newborn girls in the United States consistently over the years, although it remains moderately popular. Overall, Celestina is a charming and elegant name that carries an enchanting aura.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as che-le-STEE-nah (/tʃelesˈtiːna/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as seh-les-TEE-nah (/selesˈtina/)
English
- Pronunced as suh-LES-tee-nuh (/səˈlɛstiːnə/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Celestina
| Celestina Sommer, also known as the Islington Murderess, was a Victorian murderer whose case sparked international attention and reignited debates on crime, insanity, and gender. |
| Celestina Stefania Popa-Toma is a retired Romanian artistic gymnast, known for her Olympic silver medal and world gold and silver medals with the team, as well as her eponymous straddle pike jump with full turn on floor. |
| Celestina Aladekoba is a Nigerian-American recording artist, dancer, and actress, known for her appearance in Prince's "Black Sweat" music video and MTV's DanceLife. |
