Celia
girl name#774 in 2025Celia entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #141 in 1882, ranks #774 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#774
rank today
#141
peak (1882)
351
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #156 |
| 1890s | #170 |
| 1900s | #175 |
| 1910s | #201 |
| 1920s | #262 |
| 1930s | #298 |
| 1940s | #351 |
| 1950s | #366 |
| 1960s | #508 |
| 1970s | #661 |
| 1980s | #576 |
| 1990s | #638 |
| 2000s | #686 |
| 2010s | #811 |
| 2020s | #796 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Celia has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 31,000 people named Celia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Celia alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Celia in 2025?
- Celia ranks #774 among US girl names in 2025, with 351 babies given the name.
- When was the name Celia most popular?
- Celia peaked in 1882, reaching #141 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Celia with classmates?
- Celia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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