Selene
Selene is a girl name of Greek origin meaning “Moon”, pronounced seh-LEE-nee. It ranked #623 in the United States in 2025, given to 469 babies, and peaked at #623 in 2025. Common nicknames: Sel, Lena, Nene.
How popular is Selene in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Selene mean, and where does it come from?
Selene is the Greek goddess of the moon, sister of Helios the sun and Eos the dawn, and the word itself is simply the moon — the root behind selenium, which was named for it, and behind selenography, the mapping of the lunar surface. Her myth of Endymion, the shepherd she kept in eternal sleep so she could visit him, is one of the oldest in Greek literature. American records hold the name from 1919; it entered the top thousand in 1992 and reached its highest position in 2025.
How is Selene used around the world?
Selene is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Selene?
Famous People Named Selene
- Selene — Greek goddess of the moon
- Selene Luna — Mexican-American actress and burlesque performer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Selene mean?
Selene is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Moon." Selene is the Greek goddess of the moon, sister of Helios the sun and Eos the dawn, and the word itself is simply the moon — the root behind selenium, which was named for it, and behind selenography, the mapping of the lunar surface. Her myth of Endymion, the shepherd she kept in eternal sleep so she could visit him, is one of the oldest in Greek literature.
How do you pronounce Selene?
Selene is pronounced seh-LEE-nee. Common variations include Selena, Céline, Selina.
Is Selene a girl name?
Yes, Selene is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Sel, Lena, Nene.