Selma vs Elva

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 #3,690 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"elf, magical being"

Origin: Old Norse

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Selma Rank #2,770

Elva Rank #3,690

Selma is more popular, ranked #2770 vs #3690 for Elva.

Is Selma or Elva more popular?

Selma is more popular, ranked #2770 compared to Elva at #3690 in the United States.

What do Selma and Elva mean?

Selma means "divine protection, helmet of the gods" (Germanic/Norse origin). Elva means "elf, magical being" (Old Norse origin).

Are Selma and Elva boy or girl names?

Selma is primarily a girl name. Elva is primarily a girl name.