Celesta, derived from the Latin word 'coelestis', meaning 'of heaven' or 'heavenly', is a unique and celestial feminine given name. It was originally coined by composer Alexander Borodin for his opera 'Iwanow', where it signifies 'the spirit of heavenly beauty'. The name Celesta evokes images of harmony, grace, and divine inspiration. In music, the celesta is an percussion instrument that produces a bell-like, ethereal sound, further associating the name with melody and elegance.
"Over a span of approximately 140 years (from 1881 to 2023), the name Celesta has seen fluctuations in popularity, with peak years including 1915 (40 births) and 1921 (47 births). However, since the late 1960s, its usage has been less common, with fewer than 20 births per year on average."