Name comparison · girl names
Selena vs. Selene
In 2025, Selena leads at #268 among U.S. girls' names, with Selene at #621. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Selena | Selene |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #268 | #621 |
| Babies in 2025 | 1,170 | 469 |
| All-time peak | #91 in 1995 | #621 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 32 / 100 | 44 / 100 |
| Strongest state | New Mexico (#69) | New Mexico (#296) |