Selassie

“power of the Trinity” — Associated with Haile Selassie I

Ethiopia origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10665US 2022

7Births / yr

↓Falling

74All-time births

📅 Since 200000

How to pronounce Selassie

sul·AS·ee

/səl.ˈæs.iː/ · stress on AS · 3 syllables

“power of the Trinity”

Associated with Haile Selassie I · Ethiopia origin

What does Selassie mean and where does it come from?

Selassie is of Ethiopian origin, derived from the Amharic word 'ሥላሴ' (Selassie), meaning 'Holy Trinity'. The name is famously associated with Haile Selassie I, the former Emperor of Ethiopia, who is revered by Rastafarians. His reign and leadership during and after World War II made this name notabl

Cultural significance

Selassie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ethiopia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of power of the trinity.

Peak popularity

Reached #9286 in 2002 — currently #10665 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Selassie?

Selassie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Selassie Grace

How popular is Selassie right now?

Falling — down 1124 spots — currently #10665 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2022#10665 · Top 7.9%

2000

2010

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#10665	7	▼ down 1124 · -12% births
2021	#9541	8	▲ up 525 · +14% births
2020	#10066	7	▲ up 3327 · +40% births
2010	#13393	5	▼ down 3084 · -17% births
2000	#10309	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Selassie

Best Year2021Rank #9541

Peak Count8

Average Rank#10795

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20225 years

The story of Selassie

Selassie is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 74 total births recorded, Selassie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #10309 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10665 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Selassie in 2002:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Selassie by decade

Selassie peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	23
2010s ★	44
2020s	7

💎Selassie has only 74 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Selassie?

Common

SelSelieSelyAssie

What names sound and feel like Selassie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Selassie also consider these

Melanie

Greece · Dark-skinned or black.

Selasi

Ghana · He who brings

Sellie

American · Diminutive of Solomon

Elsie

Scotland · God's promise

Selester

American · Heavenly, celestial

Earsie

American · Brave or admirable

Jeasie

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Sebastien

France · Greek

Common questions about the name Selassie

What does the name Selassie mean?

Selassie means "power of the Trinity" — a name rooted in Ethiopia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Selassie?

Selassie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Selassie have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Selassie?

Selassie originates from Ethiopia tradition. Ethiopia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Selassie?

Selassie is a three-syllable name pronounced S AH0 L AE1 S IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Selassie?

Selassie pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Ethiopia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.