Selina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Selina has Latin origins, meaning 'moon.' It evolved from the Greek Selene and has been used in English since the 18th century. The name is associated with traits of grace and elegance, with no specific biblical relevance.
The name Selina is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Selina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Selina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1245th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2054th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1058th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 697th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 604th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 899th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1226th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Selina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Selina"
Pronunciation
/səˈlaɪnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Selina is derived from the Latin word 'selene,' which means 'moon.' It is often associated with the Greek word 'Selene,' the goddess of the moon in Greek mythology.
Meaning
moon
Language Evolution
Selene (Greek), Selina (Latin), Selina (English)
Historical Usage
The name Selina gained popularity in the 18th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, due in part to its use in literature and the arts.
Variants & Derivatives
Selene, Selina, Lina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Selina is perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with femininity and beauty.
Famous People
Selina Kyle (fictional character from DC Comics), Selina Meyer (fictional character from the television series 'Veep')
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Selina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Selina"
"Selina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1245th of 9107 | 665 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2054th of 9204 | 308 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1058th of 12526 | 1,791 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 697th of 19264 | 3,594 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 604th of 27321 | 5,559 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 899th of 35406 | 4,418 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1226th of 30306 | 2,388 |
Regional Popularity of "Selina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Selina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
82.09% 1132nd/1379 |
52.75% 1248th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
57.75% 1286th/2227 |
36.30% 882nd/2430 |
30.00% 856th/2853 |
39.89% 1107th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
28.70% 843rd/2937 |
20.36% 709th/3483 |
17.14% 603rd/3518 |
17.19% 695th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.55% 868th/3685 |
15.64% 700th/4475 |
12.19% 633rd/5194 |
7.36% 465th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.16% 1061st/4582 |
12.34% 637th/5164 |
15.58% 1139th/7313 |
10.93% 816th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.38% 1529th/3984 |
19.68% 883rd/4487 |
22.00% 1501st/6822 |
15.23% 956th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Selina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Selina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.