Find out how popular the first name Celise has been for the last 41 years (from 1984 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Celise by gender

Based on the last 41 years of data, Celise is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 11 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Celise.

The history of the first name Celise

The given name Celise has its origins in the ancient Greek language. It is derived from the Greek word "kelis," which means "beautiful" or "lovely." The name is believed to have first emerged during the Classical period of ancient Greece, which spanned from the 5th century BCE to the 4th century BCE.

Celise was a relatively uncommon name in ancient Greece, but it can be found in some historical records and literary works from that era. One notable mention is in Plutarch's "Parallel Lives," a series of biographies of famous Greeks and Romans written in the late 1st century CE. In this work, Plutarch makes reference to a woman named Celise, though little else is known about her.

The name Celise also appears to have been used in other parts of the ancient Mediterranean world, including in the Roman Empire. A Roman woman named Celise is mentioned in an inscription found in the ruins of Pompeii, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE.

During the Middle Ages, the name Celise fell into relative obscurity in Europe, likely due to the rise of Christianity and the popularity of Biblical names. However, it experienced a modest revival during the Renaissance period, when there was a renewed interest in classical Greek and Roman culture.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Celise in the Renaissance era is Celise Armine, an Italian poet and writer who lived in the late 15th century. Another notable figure was Celise de Montpellier, a French noblewoman and patron of the arts who lived in the 16th century.

In the 17th century, Celise Renouard, a French philosopher and writer, gained recognition for her works on ethics and morality. A century later, Celise Delambre, a French astronomer and mathematician, made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics.

In the 19th century, Celise Vigny, a French novelist and poet, achieved literary acclaim for her works exploring themes of love and human nature.

While not an exhaustive list, these examples illustrate the historical use of the name Celise across various cultures and time periods, primarily in Europe. Despite its ancient roots, the name has remained relatively uncommon throughout history.

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