Samara vs Selena

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Samara Rank #309
Selena Rank #245

Selena is more popular, ranked #245 vs #309 for Samara.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Samara ___

  • Samara Samara Grace
  • Samara Samara Joy
  • Samara Samara Elise
  • Samara Samara Rose
  • Samara Samara Leigh

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 Samara

Nadia Zara Elara Callum Jasper

If you choose Selena

Elena Natalia Adrian Marco Isabella

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samara or Selena more popular?

Selena is more popular, ranked #245 compared to Samara at #309 in the United States.

What do Samara and Selena mean?

Selena means "moon" (Greek origin).

Are Samara and Selena boy or girl names?

Samara is primarily a girl name. Selena is primarily a girl name.

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