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Origin: Greek

Meaning: The moon

Any parent will confirm that their love for baby stretches to the moon and back! Selene is a girl's name of Greek origin, meaning "the moon." Lunar lovers and night-sky stargazers will delight in this luminous name. Just like the moon, Selene has a calming, soothing effect, with a hint of mystique and wonder about it. Whether baby is born on a full moon or you are passionate about all things astronomy, no doubt you will be "over the moon" with precious Selene!