Helena vs Selina

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Helena

Girl #414 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"shining light, bright one"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #1,308 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"moon"

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Helena Rank #414

Selina Rank #1,308

Helena is more popular, ranked #414 vs #1308 for Selina.

Is Helena or Selina more popular?

Helena is more popular, ranked #414 compared to Selina at #1308 in the United States.

What do Helena and Selina mean?

Helena means "shining light, bright one" (Greek origin). Selina means "moon" (Greek origin).

Are Helena and Selina boy or girl names?

Helena is primarily a girl name. Selina is primarily a girl name.