Seleina Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: seh-LAY-nah /səˈleɪ.nə/
Origin: Latin; Greek
Meaning: Latin: moon; Greek: light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Seleina is derived from the Greek word 'selēnē', meaning 'moon'. This etymology traces back to ancient Greek mythology, where Selene was the goddess of the moon, often depicted as a beautiful woman driving a chariot across the night sky.
The name entered the English language through Latin, which adopted the Greek form as 'Selena'. Over time, variations of the name emerged in different cultures, including the Latin 'Selena' and the Old French 'Selene', before being anglicized to Seleina in English-speaking contexts.
Historically, the name has been associated with various literary and artistic works. In the 17th century, the name gained prominence through its use in poetry and literature, often symbolizing beauty, femininity, and the ethereal qualities of the moon.
The influence of classical literature and art during the Renaissance further solidified the name's cultural significance. Additionally, the name appears in various forms in different languages, such as 'Selina' and 'Celine', which also have roots in the same Greek origin.
Culturally, Seleina carries connotations of illumination and tranquility, reflecting the moon's role in guiding and inspiring. The name has been embraced in various artistic expressions, including music and literature, where it often symbolizes a connection to nature and the cosmos.
The enduring appeal of the name can be attributed to its lyrical quality and the rich mythological heritage associated with the moon. As a diminutive, 'Sel' has also been used in some contexts, although Seleina itself remains the more formal version.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Seleina was first seen in the United States in 1993.
Seleina has ranked as high as #1242 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Seleina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Seleina is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Seleina was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Seleina
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Seleina.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |