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Selene

Selene is a girl name of Greek origin, meaning Moon" - the Titan goddess of the moon.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginGreek
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#709

What does Selene mean?

Moon" - the Titan goddess of the moon

How popular is Selene?

Popularity in the United States

Selene has been given to 7,591 babies in the United States since 1919, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 4,925 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Selene per year in the United States, 1919–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Selene has been given to 1,335 babies in France since 1987, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Selene per year in France, 1987–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 2,500 people called Selene living in Spain, with an average age of 22.3.

7,591 Babies named since 1919
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Selene

What does the name Selene mean?

Selene means Moon" - the Titan goddess of the moon. It is of Greek origin.

Is Selene a boy's or a girl's name?

Selene is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Selene?

Selene has been given to 7,591 babies in the United States since 1919, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.