Salena
Salena is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Moon or brightness.
Origin and history
Salena is a variant spelling of Selena or Selina, which originates from the Greek word for the moon. It has seen steady, moderate use in the United States, peaking in popularity during the late 20th century. The name offers a modern, phonetic spin on a classical mythological name.
Popularity in the United States
5,163 babies in the United States have been named Salena since 1880. It ranks #2409 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2009.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.4 %)
- MI (10.2 %)
- TX (9.3 %)
- IL (8.6 %)
- NY (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 23 |
| 1900-1910 | 22 |
| 1910-1920 | 62 |
| 1920-1930 | 49 |
| 1930-1940 | 22 |
| 1940-1950 | 41 |
| 1950-1960 | 123 |
| 1960-1970 | 343 |
| 1970-1980 | 930 |
| 1980-1990 | 943 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,413 |
| 2000-2010 | 746 |
| 2010-2019 | 349 |
| 2020-2029 | 92 |
Nicknames
Sal, Lena, Sallie
Fun facts
- Derived from Selene, the ancient Greek personification of the moon.
- Salena developed as a phonetic alternative to traditional spellings like Selena and Selina.