Rising since 2009, #4,758 for girls today.
Popularity of Zelina since 1968
Babies named Zelina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 38 |
| 1990s | 86 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 86 |
| 2020s | 111 |
Meaning & origin
Zelina is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1968 and has been steadily rising in popularity since 2009. In 2025, it reached its peak rank of 4,758, with a frequency of about 1 in 57,402 births. The name is most common in California, its only top state. Though its exact etymology is uncertain, Zelina likely originated as a variant of Selina or an elaboration of the -ina suffix, giving it a melodic, contemporary feel. Its rise in recent years places it among a growing trend for soft 'Lina' ending names.
Zelina is likely a modern coinage, possibly a variant of Selina (derived from Greek Selene, meaning 'moon') or an elaboration of the popular -ina suffix found in names like Angelina. It may also be a feminine form of Zelin, a Slavic diminutive. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1968 and has seen steady use since the late 2000s.
Where Zelina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Zelina” around the world
Where Zelina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zeli, Lina, Z
Sibling names for Zelina
Names that share Zelina's style, for a brother or sister.
