Amelia vs Celeste

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Celeste

Girl #198 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"heavenly, of the sky"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French Italian English Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#198
Total SSA Count
1,556
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cele

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Celeste Rank #198

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #198 for Celeste.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

Celeste ___

  • Celeste Marie
  • Celeste Rose
  • Celeste June
  • Celeste Eloise
  • Celeste Anne
  • Celeste Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Celeste

Violet Iris Aurora Sebastian Felix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Celeste more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Celeste at #198 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Celeste mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Celeste means "heavenly, of the sky" (Latin origin).

Are Amelia and Celeste boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Celeste is primarily a girl name.

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