Selenya
Greek-Slavic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Selenya
Selenya derives from the Greek goddess Selene, meaning "moon" or "lunar," with the "-ya" suffix adding a diminutive or feminine quality common in Slavic languages.
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Etymology
Selenya derives from the Greek goddess Selene, meaning "moon" or "lunar," with the "-ya" suffix adding a diminutive or feminine quality common in Slavic languages. The name blends Greco-Roman mythology with Slavic linguistic patterns, primarily used in Russian, Bulgarian, and other Eastern European cultures with no specific religious affiliation, though it reflects classical pagan heritage.
Selenya currently ranks #3,045 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2010.
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