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Selene

Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Selene: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2019.

Of Greek origin, Selene is the name of the ancient goddess of the moon, derived from the Greek *selas* meaning “light” or “brightness.” The most famous mythological bearer is Selene herself, who drove her silver chariot across the night sky. In modern times, actress Selene Luna is known for her roles in comedy and disability advocacy. The name also lends itself to the chemical element selenium, discovered in the 19th century and named after the moon goddess. A popular variant, Selena, enjoyed a surge in popularity thanks to the late Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla. Selene has a luminous, timeless quality