The nameSelina
Selina is a girl's name, rising in France since the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- English and European
Meaning
It is linked to the Greek selênê, "moon", or to Céline.
Origin
English and European.
History
Found in France from the early 20th century but rare, Selina grew in the 2000s and peaked around 2020, mostly in the Île-de-France region.
Popularity of the name Selina
Selina in France
Selina was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 395 births over the decade, 39% of all recorded babies named Selina. Its rise began around 1996, and it peaked in 2021. Half of all babies named Selina in France were born before 2016, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 48 births a year.
Variants and related names
Selina in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Selina mean?
It is linked to the Greek selênê, "moon", or to Céline.
What is the origin of the name Selina?
English and European.
Is Selina a girl's or a boy's name?
Selina is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Selina?
Variants and related names of Selina include Celina.