Selina

girlGreek / EnglishMuslim

Selina is a Muslim girl name of Greek / English origin, meaning “Moon (from Greek Selene)”.

MeaningMoon (from Greek Selene)
GenderGirl
OriginGreek / English
Pronunciationseh-LEE-nah
TraditionMuslim, Modern & Classic
Used inEurope, United Kingdom, United States

Meaning and origin of Selina

Selina is a Western name usually connected with the Greek Selene, the moon, although some trace it to the Latin caelum, heaven. It has been in use in English since the seventeenth century. Despite being listed as Arabic in some places, it has no Arabic origin, and it does not appear in Islamic sources. It has a soft, flowing sound and a gentle lunar meaning.

Is Selina a Muslim name?

Selina is not a traditional Muslim name but a Western name of Greek origin; families drawn to its sound or its lunar meaning might look at Salma, Selma, Qamar or Hilal.

How popular is Selina?

Its main home is in English-speaking countries and continental Europe.

Gifts with the name Selina

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Spellings and variants of Selina

SelenaCelinaSalina

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Selina mean?

Selina means 'Moon (from Greek Selene)'. It is of Greek / English origin.

Is Selina a Muslim name?

Selina is not a traditional Muslim name but a Western name of Greek origin; families drawn to its sound or its lunar meaning might look at Salma, Selma, Qamar or Hilal.

How do you pronounce Selina?

Selina is pronounced seh-LEE-nah.

Is Selina a boy or girl name?

Selina is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.