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Ceres

Pronunciation: [ s-IHR-eez ]

Girl Name #48,895 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Ceres is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-IHR-eez.

Popularity Over Time

#48,895
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#48,895
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Cer Cey Cerie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ceres

Is Ceres a boy or girl name?
Ceres is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Ceres?
Ceres is pronounced s-IHR-eez.
How popular is the name Ceres?
Ceres is currently ranked #48895 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Ceres?
Common nicknames for Ceres include Cer, Cey, and Cerie.
Is Ceres a common or rare name?
Ceres is an uncommon name, ranked #48895 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Ceres

Ceres is a girl name .

Ceres is currently ranked #48,895 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Ceres include Cer, Cey, and Cerie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Ceres include Cerenity . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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