Seleni
se-LEE-nee
Seleni is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Variant of Selene, the Greek goddess of the moon.”. It currently ranks #17239 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2016.
What Seleni Means
“Variant of Selene, the Greek goddess of the moon.”
The Story of Seleni
This name whispers of lunar light, a modern echo of ancient mythology that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.
Seleni is a graceful variation of Selene, the revered Greek goddess personifying the moon. While its precise origins are recent, appearing in records in the early 1990s, it carries the timeless essence of its mythological namesake.
For your child, Seleni suggests a soul with a luminous, intuitive nature. You envision her moving through the world with a quiet grace, her presence as calming and captivating as the moon's gentle glow.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#28 in 2016
Total Births
145
First Recorded
1993
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