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Zelina

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Pronounced zeh-LEE-nah /zɛˈli.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Selina/Zelina — variously 'the moon' (Greek Selene) and a modern Z- elaboration; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: The moon; bright: Zelina echoes Selina. Lyrical, celestial, and warm (said 'zeh-LEE-nah').
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Origin LowGreek
MeaningA spelling of Selina/Zelina — variously 'the moon' (Greek Selene) and a modern Z- elaboration; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#4875 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births28 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 337

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519682025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Zelina is a spelling of Selina/Zelina — variously 'the moon' (Greek Selene) and a modern Z- elaboration (routes layered, which we note). A lyrical, celestial name (said 'zeh-LEE-nah'; nickname Zeli).

In the U.S. it appears as a modern spelling. Rare, the-moon at the root, and celestial.

Did you know? Selina is linked to the Greek Selene, 'the moon' — Zelina is a Z- spelling/elaboration, lyrical and celestial (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'zeh-LEE-nah').
Overall data confidence 38%
References — Selina — routes layered

Variations

SelinaZelenaZelinda

Nicknames

Zeli

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If you like Zelina…

Selina— the standard form
Zelena— a kin Zel- girls' name
Celina— a fellow -lina girls' name
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Zelina mean?

Zelina spells Selina/Zelina — variously 'the moon' (Greek Selene) and a modern Z- elaboration; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Zelina?

It's said zeh-LEE-nah /zɛˈli.nɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Zelina a boy or girl name?

Zelina is a girl's name.

How popular is Zelina?

Zelina is a rare name in the U.S.

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