Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Selena.
National Rank (2025)
#268
All-Time Peak Rank
#91 (1995)
Total U.S. Births
59,887
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Selena Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Selena
According to SSA data, Selena achieved its highest historical rank of #91 in 1995. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1995 with 3,825 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 15.2%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Selena scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Stable
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+15.2% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record3,825Births in 1995
Years in Top 100
1yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:102
1890s:143
1900s:179
1910s:318
1920s:424
1930s:327
1940s:455
1950s:964
1960s:2,535
1970s:4,843
1980s:3,362
1990s:15,043
2000s:12,417
2010s:11,028
2020s:7,747
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesSe-le-na
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with S, a letter used by only 7.9% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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