Alta vs Selma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alta

Girl #6,119 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"high, elevated"

Origin: Latin

Spanish Italian American German

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Girl #2,770 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine protection, helmet of the gods"

Origin: Germanic/Norse

Scandinavian German Arabic American Turkish

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Alta Rank #6,119

Selma Rank #2,770

Selma is more popular, ranked #2770 vs #6119 for Alta.

Is Alta or Selma more popular?

Selma is more popular, ranked #2770 compared to Alta at #6119 in the United States.

What do Alta and Selma mean?

Alta means "high, elevated" (Latin origin). Selma means "divine protection, helmet of the gods" (Germanic/Norse origin).

Are Alta and Selma boy or girl names?

Alta is primarily a girl name. Selma is primarily a girl name.