Girl
Selene
moon
About Selene
Ethereal and enchanting, Selene possesses an almost mystical quality that captivates the imagination. This name has a celestial elegance, feeling both ancient and contemporary simultaneously. The soft sounds create a dreamy, romantic quality while maintaining enough substance to feel grounded and real. It's a name that stands out without shouting, distinguishing itself through inherent beauty rather than unusual construction. Selene offers parents a choice that's literary and cultured, carrying associations with mythology and astronomy that add layers of depth. It's sophisticated enough for formal occasions yet gentle enough for everyday affection, making it remarkably versatile and timelessly appealing.
Popularity of the Name Selene
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | #989 | ||||
| 1993 | #899 | ||||
| 1995 | #963 | ||||
| 2006 | #987 | ||||
| 2017 | #918 | #808 | |||
| 2018 | #832 | ||||
| 2019 | #858 | ||||
| 2020 | #805 | ||||
| 2021 | #720 | ||||
| 2022 | #692 | #690 | |||
| 2023 | #708 | #879 | |||
| 2024 | #675 | #872 | |||
| 2025 | #623 | #987 | #440 | #623 | |
| 1977 | #603 | ||||
| 1978 | #462 | ||||
| 1979 | #514 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Selene
Names Similar to Selene
Nicknames for Selene
- Sel
- Lene
- Sellie
- Lena
- Selly
Famous People Named Selene
| Selene Luna | American actress and burlesque performer |
| Selene H. Vigil-Wilk | American musician - singer of 7 Year Bitch |
| Selene Yeager | American author and mountain biker |
| Selene Babasi | Italian volleyball player |
| Selene San Felice | American journalist |
Characters Named Selene
| Selene Gallio | Black Queen - A character in Marvel Comics, an adversary of the X-Men |