Celeste is of Latin origin, meaning "heavenly" or "of the sky". It is often used as a feminine given name, but it can also be used as a surname. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries over time, with notable bearers including the American singer-songwriter Celeste Barber and the French actress Celeste Albaret. In terms of usage, Celeste ranked among the top 1000 names for girls born in the United States during the late 20th century but has since declined in popularity.
"The name Celese had a peak popularity in the late 1970s to early 1980s with 7 births recorded in 1972 and consistently around 6 births per year between 1986 and 2001, but has since declined with only 5 births reported in 2011. Overall, there have been a total of 73 children named Celese born over this period."