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Selma

Selma is a girl name of Celtic origin, meaning Popularised by Selma Lagerlof.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginCeltic
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#1,803

What does Selma mean?

Popularised by Selma Lagerlof

How popular is Selma?

Popularity in the United States

Selma has been given to 26,877 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 20,370 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Selma per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Selma has been given to 11,690 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Selma per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 830 people called Selma living in Spain, with an average age of 24.

26,877 Babies named since 1880
1920s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Selma

What does the name Selma mean?

Selma means Popularised by Selma Lagerlof. It is of Celtic origin.

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

Selma is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Selma?

Selma has been given to 26,877 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.