Selma vs Adella

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Selma

Girl #2,770 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine protection, helmet of the gods"

Origin: Germanic/Norse

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Girl #2,794 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"noble, nobility"

Origin: Germanic

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Selma Rank #2,770

Adella Rank #2,794

Selma is more popular, ranked #2770 vs #2794 for Adella.

Is Selma or Adella more popular?

Selma is more popular, ranked #2770 compared to Adella at #2794 in the United States.

What do Selma and Adella mean?

Selma means "divine protection, helmet of the gods" (Germanic/Norse origin). Adella means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin).

Are Selma and Adella boy or girl names?

Selma is primarily a girl name. Adella is primarily a girl name.