Celie: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: c-ehl-ee-eh
Origin: France
gender-female

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Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Celie carries unique cultural or symbolic value.

Celie is a charming name of French origin, derived from the Latin word "caelum," meaning "heaven" or "sky." The name has its roots in the Roman family name Caelius and has been popularized through literature, particularly in Alice Walker's novel "The Color Purple." Initially, the name was rare but gained popularity in the early 2000s. It is pronounced "SEE-lee" and has various spellings and nicknames. The name's gentle and endearing quality makes it a timeless choice for parents.

Celie Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Celie is currently #24495 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Celie is currently #13970 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Celie is currently #11804 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Celie is currently #6701 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Celie is currently #12674 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Celie is currently #7179 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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