Celia Pape

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Celia Pape — Latin
68K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Celia Pape is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Celia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Celia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, as well as a nickname for Cecilia, Cecelia, Celeste, or Celestina. The name is often derived from the Roman family name Caelius, thought to originate in the Latin caelum ("heaven"). Celia was popular in British pastoral literature in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, possibly stemming from the ruler of the House of Holiness in Edmund Spenser's epic poem The Faerie Queene or from a character in William Shakespeare's play As You Like It. The surname Pape: Albert Pape (1897–1955), English footballer Albert Pape (fencer) (1880–?), Belgian fencer Alexander August Wilhelm von Pape (1813–1895), Prussian field marshal Andy Pape (born 1962), English footballer Arthur Pape (1890–1945), English cricketer Bryan Pape, Australian academic Burkhard Pape (1932–2024), German footballer Chris Pape, American graffiti artist Frank C. Celia is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 68K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Celia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Celia

Latin

Celia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, as well as a nickname for Cecilia, Cecelia, Celeste, or Celestina. The name is often derived from the Roman family name Caelius, thought to originate in the Latin caelum ("heaven"). Celia was popular in British pastoral literature in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, possibly stemming from the ruler of the House of Holiness in Edmund Spenser's epic poem The Faerie Queene or from a character in William Shakespeare's play As You Like It.

Surname: Pape

English

Albert Pape (1897–1955), English footballer Albert Pape (fencer) (1880–?), Belgian fencer Alexander August Wilhelm von Pape (1813–1895), Prussian field marshal Andy Pape (born 1962), English footballer Arthur Pape (1890–1945), English cricketer Bryan Pape, Australian academic Burkhard Pape (1932–2024), German footballer Chris Pape, American graffiti artist Frank C.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Celia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Celia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Celia Pape:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Celia?
The first name Celia originates from Latin. Celia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, as well as a nickname for Cecilia, Cecelia, Celeste, or Celestina. The name is often derived from the Roman family name Caelius, thought to originate in the Latin caelum ("heaven"). Celia was popular in British pastoral literature in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, possibly stemming from the ruler of the House of Holiness in Edmund Spenser's epic poem The Faerie Queene or from a character in William Shakespeare's play As You Like It.
When was Celia most popular?
The name Celia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Pape?
The surname Pape originates from English. Albert Pape (1897–1955), English footballer Albert Pape (fencer) (1880–?), Belgian fencer Alexander August Wilhelm von Pape (1813–1895), Prussian field marshal Andy Pape (born 1962), English footballer Arthur Pape (1890–1945), English cricketer Bryan Pape, Australian academic Burkhard Pape (1932–2024), German footballer Chris Pape, American graffiti artist Frank C.
What are the origins of the name Celia Pape?
The name Celia Pape combines two different traditions: the first name Celia has Latin roots, while the surname Pape originates from English.
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