Olivia vs Selena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Selena

Girl #245 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"moon"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#245
Total SSA Count
1,289
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sel, Lena

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Selena Rank #245

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #245 for Selena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

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 Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Selena

Elena Natalia Adrian Marco Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Selena more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Selena at #245 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Selena mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Selena means "moon" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Selena boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Selena is primarily a girl name.

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