Selassie

Q: How popular is the name Selassie?

Selassie is ranked #15445 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ s-uhl-AS-ee ]

Boy Name #15,445 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Selassie is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced s-uhl-AS-ee.

Parents who love the name Selassie often also consider Amy, Achraf, .

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Popularity Over Time

#15,445

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #15,445
Total SSA Count: 7

Alternative Spellings

Selah #4812

Nicknames

Sel Sey Selie Selaie

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Selassie Dean

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Selassie Gael

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Selassie Ace

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Frequently Asked Questions About Selassie

Is Selassie a boy or girl name?

Selassie is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Selassie?

Selassie is pronounced s-uhl-AS-ee.

How popular is the name Selassie?

Selassie is currently ranked #15445 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Selassie?

Common nicknames for Selassie include Sel, Sey, Selie, and Selaie.

Is Selassie a common or rare name?

Selassie is an uncommon name, ranked #15445 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Selassie

Selassie is a boy name .

Selassie is currently ranked #15,445 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Selassie include Sel, Sey, Selie, and Selaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Selassie include Selah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.