Selester is a unique and captivating name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'caelestis', meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the sky'. It is often associated with celestial bodies such as stars and planets, evoking images of brightness and vastness. Selester was once quite popular in medieval Europe, particularly among nobility, but has since become more rare, allowing it to retain a distinctive and memorable quality today. The name is unisex, adding to its versatility, and can be shortened to various forms such as Celestia, Celeste, or even the gender-neutral Cel. Despite its Latin roots, Selester can also be found in other cultures with variant spellings like Caelesta or Kaelesta. Throughout history, there have been notable figures who bore this name, including Saint Celestine I, a Pope from the 5th century.
The name Selester first appeared in 1925 with five recorded births that year. No further occurrences are listed in the annual statistics provided.