Celso
/ SEL-soh /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Noble
Meaning & Etymology
Lofty, sublime
Lofty, sublime
Etymology
From the Latin altus, meaning ‘high’ or ‘lofty’.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance
Cultural context
Celso is a name that reflects the Portuguese influence in São Tomé and Príncipe, often associated with nobility.
Symbolism
Represents elevation and high moral standing.