Holding steady.
Popularity of Celines since 1968
Babies named Celines per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 76 |
| 1980s | 19 |
| 1990s | 44 |
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Celines is a rare feminine name of uncertain origin. First recorded in the United States in 1968, the name saw its peak usage in 1975. It has maintained a stable but extremely low level of usage ever since, with no significant resurgence. The name does not appear in the top 1000 names for any year, indicating it remains a highly uncommon choice. Its origins likely tie to French or Greek roots, possibly as a variant of Celine or Selene. The name's rarity and melodic sound may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.
Celines is a rare name with uncertain origins. It may be a variant of Céline, the French feminine form of the Roman cognomen Caelinus, derived from Latin caelum 'heaven'. Alternatively, it could be a spelling variation of Selene, the Greek goddess of the moon. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1968 and saw modest use in the 1970s, peaking in 1975. Its usage has remained stable but very low in recent decades.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Celi, Lina, Cece
Sibling names for Celines
Names that share Celines's style, for a brother or sister.
