Selena
Selena first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1995, when 3,825 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,170.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Selena popular?
Rising Selena has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 7,747 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 11,028 | |
| 2000s | 12,417 | |
| 1990s | 15,043 | |
| 1980s | 3,362 | |
| 1970s | 4,843 | |
| 1960s | 2,535 | |
| 1950s | 964 | |
| 1940s | 455 | |
| 1930s | 327 | |
| 1920s | 424 | |
| 1910s | 318 | |
| 1900s | 179 | |
| 1890s | 143 | |
| 1880s | 102 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Selena mean?
From the Greek Selene, the goddess of the moon.
Nicknames for Selena
- Lena
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Selena mean?
Selena means Moon. From the Greek Selene, the goddess of the moon.
What is the origin of the name Selena?
Selena is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Selena?
Selena is pronounced “suh-LEE-nuh.”
Is Selena a boy or a girl name?
Selena is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Selena a popular name right now?
Selena has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Selena?
In 2025, Selena ranked #268 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Selena most popular?
Selena was most popular in 1995, when about 3,825 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Selena?
Common nicknames for Selena include Lena.
What names are similar to Selena?
Names similar to Selena include Luna, Diana, Aurora, Elena.
What names go well with Selena?
Greek names that pair well with Selena include Christopher, Andrew, Helen, Timothy, Nicholas.