Selena

/səˈleɪnə/ noun

Definition

A feminine given name, often associated with Latin roots meaning 'moon' or 'moonlight.'

Etymology

From Latin 'Selene,' the Greek goddess of the moon. The name became popular in Spanish and English-speaking cultures, and is associated with lunar imagery and feminine grace.

Kelly Says

Selena as a name keeps gaining fame through cultural icons—it's one of those names that becomes linked to celebrities and then inspires new generations of parents to use it, creating a cultural feedback loop.

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