Celedonio

“greenish”

Spain origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1795US 2023

405Births / yr

→Stable

112All-time births

📅 Since 192000

How to pronounce Celedonio

SEE·LDAH·NEYE·oh

/ˈsiː.ˈldɑ.ˈnaɪ.oʊ/ · stress on SEE · 4 syllables

“greenish”

Spain origin · Boy name

What does Celedonio mean and where does it come from?

Celedonio is a traditional Spanish name derived from 'Celedonia', a variant of the Latin 'Caelidonorius'. It has associations with the color green, signifying peace and nature. The name is mainly used in Spain and various Latin American nations, often with cultural ties to historical or artistic ref

Cultural significance

Celedonio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greenish.

Peak popularity

Reached #2961 in 1945 — currently #1795 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Celedonio?

Celedonio works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Celedonio Grace

How popular is Celedonio right now?

Holding steady — currently #1795 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#1795 · Top 1.3%

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1945

1950

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2021

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1795	405	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1800	385	▲ up 5 · +8% births
2021	#1805	355	▲ up 6587 · +7000% births
1990	#8392	5	▼ down 4799 · -17% births
1950	#3593	6	▼ down 632 · -14% births
1945	#2961	7	▲ up 1268 · +17% births
1920	#4229	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Celedonio

Best Year2023Rank #1795

Peak Count405

Average Rank#3511

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1920 - 20237 years

The story of Celedonio

Celedonio entered American naming records in 1920 and has been in use for over 104 years. With 112 total births recorded, Celedonio remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4229 in 1920 to #1795 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Celedonio in 1945:

James Robert John William Richard

Celedonio by decade

Celedonio peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	24
1930s	12
1940s ★	35
1950s	17
1960s	6
1980s	6
1990s	5
2000s	7

💎Celedonio has only 112 total recorded births since 1920 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Celedonio?

Common

CelCelieCelyOnio

What names sound and feel like Celedonio?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Celedonio also consider these

Seledonio

Spain · Spanish

Macedonio

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Common questions about the name Celedonio

What does the name Celedonio mean?

Celedonio means "greenish" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Celedonio?

Celedonio is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Celedonio?

Celedonio originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Celedonio?

Celedonio is a four-syllable name pronounced S IY1 L D AA1 N AY1 OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Celedonio?

Celedonio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.