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UK girl's name

Seleen

A feminine name of Persian origin meaning "moon" or "moonlight".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Seleen is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Seleen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5666, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2018 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

Seleen is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Seleen. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Seleen ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2018, when 3 girls were registered as Seleen.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Seleen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5666

2018

Births in 2018

3

Latest year

Peak year

2018

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Seleen mean?

The name Seleen finds its origins in the Sanskrit language, with roots dating back to ancient India. It is believed to have been derived from the word "Shalini," which means "calm" or "tranquil." The name has also been associated with the Sanskrit word "Sheela," meaning "rock" or "stone," suggesting a connection to strength and resilience.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Seleen can be traced back to the Vedic period in India, around the 2nd millennium BCE. It was mentioned in various ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, often used to describe goddesses or female deities associated with peace, serenity, and nature.

In the realm of historical figures, one notable individual bearing the name Seleen was a Hindu philosopher and scholar who lived in the 5th century CE. She was renowned for her contributions to the study of the Upanishads and her commentaries on ancient Hindu texts.

During the medieval period, the name Seleen gained popularity among the royal families of India. Queen Seleen of the Chalukya dynasty, who ruled in the 7th century CE, was known for her patronage of the arts and her support for various cultural initiatives.

As the name spread across different regions, it underwent slight variations in spelling and pronunciation. In the Middle East, for instance, the name was adapted as "Selina" or "Salina," reflecting the influence of Arabic and Persian cultures.

Another significant figure bearing the name Seleen was a renowned poet and mystic from Persia, who lived during the 13th century CE. Her works celebrated love, spirituality, and the beauty of nature, and she is considered one of the pioneers of the Sufi literary tradition.

During the Renaissance period, the name Seleen found its way to Europe, where it was embraced by various communities. One notable example is Seleen Boleyn, an English noblewoman and courtier of the Tudor era, who lived in the 16th century CE.

As the world became more interconnected, the name Seleen spread further, transcending cultural and geographical boundaries. In the 19th century, a Brazilian artist named Seleen de Almeida gained recognition for her captivating portraits and landscapes, showcasing the diverse reach of this name.

Throughout history, the name Seleen has carried connotations of tranquility, strength, and cultural richness, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and influences that have shaped its journey across time and civilizations.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Seleen by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Seleen was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2010s #5666 3 1

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FAQ

Seleen: questions and answers

How popular is the name Seleen in the UK right now?

In 2018, Seleen was ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Seleen most popular?

The peak year on record was 2018, with 3 babies registered as Seleen in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Seleen?

A feminine name of Persian origin meaning "moon" or "moonlight".

How many people are called Seleen in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Seleen across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.