Celine
Celine: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /səˈliːn/
Meaning and origin of Celine
Root meaning: “heaven”
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
From French Céline, from Latin Caelīna, derived from the Roman gens name Caelius, from caelum (“heaven”). Also a short form of Marceline, feminine diminutive of Marcel.
How popular is Celine?
Since 1880, 18,522 girls in the U.S. have been named Celine. Its highest rank for girls was #207 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #207 for girls, with 1,466 babies given the name.
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Celine FAQ
What does the name Celine mean?
Celine traces back to a root meaning "heaven". A female given name from Latin. From French Céline, from Latin Caelīna, derived from the Roman gens name Caelius, from caelum (“heaven”). Also a short form of Marceline, feminine diminutive of Marcel.
What is the origin of the name Celine?
Celine is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Celine?
Since 1880, 18,522 girls in the U.S. have been named Celine. Its highest rank for girls was #207 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #207 for girls, with 1,466 babies given the name.
Is Celine a boy or girl name?
Celine is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 18,522 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.