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Selene
Meaning: Goddess of the moon
- Syllables
- 3
- Length
- 6 letters
- Starts with
- S
- Ends with
- e
Is Selene a popular baby name?
Popularity trend for Selene
BabyGen interest indexThe chart shows BabyGen’s relative interest index for Selene across the past four decades. It blends search trends, naming-pattern signals, and our internal dataset — useful as a relative gauge, not an official census rank.
About the name Selene
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Meaning
- Goddess of the moon
- Syllables
- 3
- Length
- 6 letters
Origin & history of Selene
Selene comes from a greek naming tradition. Greek names carry the weight of mythology, philosophy, and over three millennia of civilization. Most travel effortlessly into English — short vowels, clear consonants — while carrying meanings that reference gods, heroes, and natural phenomena.
Within that tradition, Selene stands out for its meaning — Goddess of the moon — and for being recognizable across borders. Parents outside the original culture often pick Selene because it carries genuine history while still being easy to spell and say in everyday English.
Middle name ideas for Selene
Middles that balance Selene’s rhythm — shorter if Selene is long, longer if Selene is short — and read well together when spoken.
Names like Selene
Frequently asked questions about Selene
What does the name Selene mean?+
Selene means "Goddess of the moon". It's a greek girl's name with a clear, well-documented meaning that has carried through generations.
Where does the name Selene come from?+
Selene has Greek origins. Greek names carry the weight of mythology, philosophy, and over three millennia of civilization. Most travel effortlessly into English — short vowels, clear consonants — while carrying meanings that reference gods, heroes, and natural phenomena.
Is Selene a boy's or girl's name?+
Selene is most commonly used as a girl's name. Girls' usage is the dominant convention in the regions where the name is popular.
How do you pronounce Selene?+
Selene has 3 syllables. It's pronounced phonetically — read it as written, with the stress on the first syllable.
Is Selene a popular baby name?+
Selene sits in a comfortable spot — recognizable without being overused. Parents looking for a name with meaning, easy pronunciation, and cultural depth often shortlist it. See the popularity trend chart above for how interest has shifted across recent decades.
What are good middle names for Selene?+
Middle names that pair well with Selene tend to balance its rhythm — if Selene is short, a longer middle reads well; if it's long, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name crisp. See the suggested middle names below.
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