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Name meaning & originCelina

/tse-LEE-na/

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Celina is a Latin/Polish girl's name pronounced /tse-LEE-na/. A graceful name of Latin origin that is long-established in Poland, meaning heavenly.

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Meaning of Celina

A graceful name of Latin origin that is long-established in Poland, meaning heavenly.

Celina is derived from the Latin 'caelum', meaning 'heaven' or 'sky'. It emerged as a variant of Caelina, a feminine form of the Roman family name Caelius, and became historically significant in Christian contexts due to Saint Cilinia.

Origin
Latin/Polish
Pronunciation
/tse-LEE-na/

Cultural background

The name is a classic staple in Poland and enjoys moderate popularity across Latin America and Germany. In Polish culture, it is often associated with traditional name days (imieniny), specifically celebrated on October 21st.

Variations & nicknames

  • Celine
  • Selina
  • Cilinia
  • Celinka
  • Célina
  • Cela

Famous people named Celina

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Celina Jesionowska

    Polish sprinter and Olympic bronze medalist.

    Sport · 1950s-1960s

  • Celina Jaitly

    Indian film actress and former Miss India Universe.

    Film · 2000s-present

  • Saint Cilinia

    Mother of Saint Remigius and a venerated figure in the Catholic Church.

    Religion · 5th century

  • Celina Gonzalez

    Influential Cuban singer-songwriter of folk music.

    Music · 1940s-2000s

  • Celina Sinden

    British actress known for her role in the TV series Reign.

    Film · 2010s-present

Frequently asked about Celina

What does Celina mean?
Celina is a name of Latin origin meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the sky'.
How do you pronounce Celina?
It is typically pronounced 'seh-LEE-nah' in English and Polish, and 'theh-LEE-nah' or 'seh-LEE-nah' in Spanish.
Is Celina a boy or girl name?
Celina is a feminine given name.
What is the Polish diminutive for Celina?
In Poland, the most common affectionate nickname or diminutive for Celina is Celinka.

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