US Popularity Rank: 10440

Origin: Indian

Meaning: Modest, well-behaved, cultured, gentle; Moon, brightness of the moon

Shalena is a feminine name of Indian and Hindi origins, meaning “modest,” “well-behaved,” “cultured,” and “gentle.” The gorgeous name is a variant of Salina and Shalini and is sure to be a unique player in the schoolyard. What better way to keep your little one grounded than a name that personifies humility? Not stopping there, Shalena is also an American name, possibly inspired by the Greek Selene, meaning “moon” or referring to the moon's brightness. Shalena could additionally be a blend of the melodic elements sha and lena, a contemporary creation for the modern tot.