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Seleena

seh-LEE-nuh · Variant of Selena, derived from the Greek name Selene, meaning 'moon'.

Peak popularity
1995
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Seleena since 1980

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

81523198020002020Most births 1995Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s12
1990s106
2000s79
2010s18
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Seleena is a modern English spelling variant of Selena, which traces back to the Greek moon goddess Selene. First recorded in U.S. data in 1980, the name has never entered the top 1000, reflecting its rarity. Its peak year of usage was 1995, after which usage has been stable but low. The name's appeal lies in its phonetic softness and celestial association, though it remains an uncommon choice. As a variant spelling, it offers a distinctive twist on more familiar forms like Selena.

Seleena is a modern English variant of Selena, which itself comes from the Greek Selene, the goddess of the moon. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the 20th century, often as a creative respelling to add a unique touch.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Leena, Selly, Lena

Variants: Selena, Selina, Celine, Celina

Sibling names for Seleena

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Seleena mean?
Seleena is a variant of Selena, which is derived from the Greek name Selene, meaning 'moon'.
How popular is Seleena?
Seleena has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000 from 1980 to 2025, with a peak in usage around 1995.
Is Seleena a boy or girl name?
Seleena is almost exclusively a girl's name.