Selena

Selena carries the luminescence and mystery associated with the moon. It embodies both beauty and the mystical aura of a goddess, representing calmness and serenity juxtaposed with nighttime's mystery and allure.

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The name Selena is of Greek origin and is derived from the word 'Selēnē', which means 'moon'. It has ties to mythology through Selene, the Greek goddess of the moon who would drive her chariot through the night sky.

  • Popularity: 504th
  • Babies named Selena in the US in 2023:
    Female: 1304
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Sel, Lene, Lena, Sely, Selly.
  • Full Names: Selena Marie, Selena Rose, Selena Louise, Selena Ann, Selena Grace.
  • Famous Namesakes: Selena Gomez - Singer/Actress, Selena Quintanilla - Singer, Selena Forrest - Model, Selena Li - Actress, Selena Cross - Fictional Character.
  • Gender: Primarily associated with females but can be considered unisex in some contexts.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Selena resonates with the number 7, which symbolizes introspection, analysis, spirituality, and the quest for knowledge. People with this name are often considered mysterious, philosophical, and intelligent.

The name Selena gained widespread popularity due to the influence of pop culture icons like Selena Gomez and Selena Quintanilla. While it's particularly favored in Spanish-speaking countries, it enjoys popularity in many parts of the world, consistently ranking within the top 500 female names.

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