Celestina, derived from the Latin word 'caelestis', meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the sky', is a charming and distinctive given name of Latin origin. It was popularized in Spain by Fernando de Rojas's famous 15th-century play, "La Celestina", where it is attributed to the main character, a cunning and clever matchmaker. The name has since become associated with intelligence, wit, and charm. Celestina is often used as a female given name but can also be found as a surname in some regions. Despite its uniqueness, Celestina remains timeless and elegant, carrying the essence of its celestial origins.
The name Celestina had a total of 2496 recorded births over the period from 1892 to 2023, with significant fluctuations throughout that time span. The peak years for births with this name were 1977 (35 births) and 2008 (52 births), while it was particularly uncommon in the early years of recording, with only one or two births each year between 1892 and 1960. From 1961 onwards, there has been a steady increase in popularity for this name, reaching its peak in recent years before declining again slightly since 2017.