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Selene is a feminine name used in Greek Mythology. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Means ‘moon’ in Greek. This was the name of a Greek goddess of the moon, a Titan." It ranked #623 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, means ‘moon’ in Greek. This was the name of a Greek goddess of the moon, a Titan. The entry lists its usage as Greek Mythology.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Selene ranked #623 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #623 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Selene mean?
Selene means "moon", according to Behind the Name.
Is Selene a popular name?
Selene ranked #623 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Selene a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Selene appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Selene — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
