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Seleen

Σελήνηseh-LEEN · A variant of Selene, the Greek goddess of the moon, often given the meaning 'moon'.

2025 rank (girls)
#10,107
Babies named in 2025
9
Peak popularity
2023
2025 frequency
1 in 178,585 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2007

Rising since 2007, #10,107 for girls today.

Popularity of Seleen since 2004

Babies named Seleen per year in U.S. Social Security records.

491320102020Most births 2023Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s29
2010s70
2020s44

Meaning & origin

Seleen is a rare and modern spelling variant of the classical name Selene. First recorded in the United States in 2004, it has seen a gradual increase in use, climbing in popularity since 2007. The name reached its peak rank in 2023, with a 2025 rank of 10,107. The 1-in-178,585 birth frequency places it among the more uncommon names, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet mythological option. The spelling 'Seleen' appears to be a contemporary phonetic alternative to the more traditional 'Selene', which has roots in Greek mythology. As a rising but still obscure choice, Seleen may continue to gain modest traction in the 2020s.

Seleen is a modern spelling variant of the name Selene, which in Greek mythology was the name of the Titan goddess of the moon. The name Selene derives from the Greek word selas, meaning 'light' or 'brightness'. The name has been used in the English-speaking world since the 19th century, often influenced by the poetic use of Selene in literature. The spelling 'Seleen' is a rare contemporary adaptation.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sele, Leen, Lena

Variants: Selene, Celine, Selena, Celina, Seline

Sibling names for Seleen

Names that share Seleen's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Luna, Stella, Chloe, Iris, Nova

Brothers: Orion, Apollo, Leo, Atlas, Felix

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Seleen mean?
Seleen is a variant of Selene, the Greek moon goddess, and generally means 'moon' or 'light'.
How popular is the name Seleen?
In 2025, Seleen ranked 10,107 in the U.S., with about 1 in every 178,585 newborns given the name.
Is Seleen a boy or girl name?
Seleen is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.