Seline

“Moon” — Embodies qualities of femininity and serenity often connect

French origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3899US 2023

39Births / yr

↑Rising

377All-time births

📅 Since 193100

How to pronounce Seline

SAY·LEYEN

/ˈseɪ.ˈlaɪn/ · stress on SAY · 2 syllables

“Moon”

Embodies qualities of femininity and serenity often connect · French origin

What does Seline mean and where does it come from?

Seline is a variant of Selene, the Greek goddess of the moon. The popularity of the name has increased in both French and English speaking countries. It embodies qualities of femininity and serenity often connected with the moon. First recorded usage dates back several centuries but has gained popul

Cultural significance

Seline has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in French-speaking communities, where it reflects values of moon.

Peak popularity

Reached #4965 in 1931 — currently #3899 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Seline?

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

Seline Grace

How popular is Seline right now?

Rising fast — up 667 spots — currently #3899 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#3899 · Top 2.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3899	39	▲ up 667 · +26% births
2022	#4566	31	▼ down 1084 · -31% births
2021	#3482	45	▲ up 1990 · +105% births
2020	#5472	22	▲ up 6497 · +175% births
2015	#11969	8	▲ up 5249 · +60% births
2010	#17218	5	▼ down 6169 · -44% births
2005	#11049	9	▼ down 4172 · -40% births
2000	#6877	15	▲ up 265 · +25% births
1995	#7142	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Seline

Best Year2021Rank #3482

Peak Count45

Average Rank#7964

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Seline

Seline entered American naming records in 1931 and has been in use for over 93 years. With 377 total births recorded, Seline remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7142 in 1995 to #3899 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Seline in 1931:

Mary Betty Dorothy Barbara Joan

Seline by decade

Seline peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	5
1960s	5
1990s	88
2000s	121
2010s ★	136
2020s	22

💎Seline has only 377 total recorded births since 1931 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Seline?

Common

SelSelieSelyIne

Famous people named Seline

Seline (medieval French noble)

Seline held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.

Seline (French author)

Seline immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.

Seline (French monarch)

Seline bore this name in the French royal court, spreading its aristocratic prestige across Europe.

Seline (French philosopher)

Seline carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.

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What names sound and feel like Seline?

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

Celine

French · heavenly

Seine

French · A beloved name

French · a variant of

Geline

France · French

Beline

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Feline

Latin · A Latin name

Common questions about the name Seline

What does the name Seline mean?

Seline means "Moon" — a name rooted in French 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 Seline?

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

What is the cultural origin of Seline?

Seline originates from French tradition. French 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 Seline?

Seline is a two-syllable name pronounced S EY1 L AY1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Seline trending right now?

Seline is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.