Kaia vs Selena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaia

Girl #180 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"earth"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Scandinavian Hawaiian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#180
Total SSA Count
1,675
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kay, Kai

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kaia Rank #180
Selena Rank #245

Kaia is more popular, ranked #180 vs #245 for Selena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaia ___

  • Kaia Rose
  • Kaia Jane
  • Kaia Marie
  • Kaia Grace
  • Kaia Lee
  • Kaia Simone

Selena ___

  • Selena Rose
  • Selena Marie
  • Selena Grace
  • Selena Nicole
  • Selena Victoria
  • Selena Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kaia

Zara Lena Milo Leo Isla

If you choose Selena

Elena Natalia Adrian Marco Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaia or Selena more popular?

Kaia is more popular, ranked #180 compared to Selena at #245 in the United States.

What do Kaia and Selena mean?

Kaia means "earth" (Greek origin). Selena means "moon" (Greek origin).

Are Kaia and Selena boy or girl names?

Kaia is primarily a girl name. Selena is primarily a girl name.

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