Celedonio
Meaningswallow bird · Greek
Celedonio is a Mexican boy name meaning “swallow bird”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Celedonio would score 12 points.
- GenerationCeledonio peaked in 1945, which makes it a Silent Generation name, think grandparents and great-grandparents. The typical Celedonio you'd meet today is about 80 years old.
- HistoryCeledonio first shows up in US birth records in 1920, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 105 years since.
US births per million boys, 1920–2025
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About the name Celedonio
Celedonio is a boy name of Mexican origin meaning “swallow bird”. With 4 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, and plenty of room for a nickname, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1940s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
More Mexican boy names
- Boy name: Liam · resolute protector
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Mateo · gift of God
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Unisex name: Elias · my God is Yahweh
- Unisex name: Luca · man from Lucania
- Boy name: Sebastian · venerable
Questions about the name Celedonio
What does the name Celedonio mean?
Celedonio means “swallow bird” and comes from Greek.
What is the origin of the name Celedonio?
Celedonio is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Greek. Other Mexican names to consider are Liam (“resolute protector”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Mateo (“gift of God”) and Lucas (“man from Lucania”).
Is Celedonio a boy or girl name?
Celedonio is a boy name.
How popular is the name Celedonio?
Celedonio is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2002. It peaked at #2,743 in 1945, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Celedonio?
Celedonio is a Mexican boy name meaning “swallow bird”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's a longer name that leaves plenty of room for nicknames, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.