"And God made two great lights; the greater light to rule the day, and the lesser light to rule the night."
Christian Name · Greek Origin
Selena Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Selena
girl
Selena means "moon" or "brightness," a Greek girl's name. Selena is not a name found in the KJV Bible, but Christian families choose it for its meaning. Its biblical meaning comes from Genesis 1:16, where God made "the lesser light to rule the night" — a picture of reflecting Christ's light.
Is Selena in the Bible?
No — the name Selena does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Moon; Brightness", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Selena.
Pronunciation:/seh-LEE-nah/
OriginGreek
MeaningMoon; Brightness
What does Selena mean?
Selena is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Moon; Brightness". Selena means 'moon' in Greek. God created the moon as the 'lesser light to rule the night,' and it serves as a faithful witness in the sky.
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Editor’s reflection
A Greek name meaning 'moon' — held up in Scripture as a witness to God's covenant.
Selena (also Selene) comes from the Greek selēnē, 'moon' — the same root behind English words like selenography. It is not a biblical name, but the moon itself appears in some of the most tender covenant language in Scripture. Psalm 89:37 says of David's throne: 'It shall be established for ever as the moon, and as a faithful witness in heaven.'
That single verse has shaped how many Christian parents hear the name Selena. The moon in Scripture is not a symbol of romance or mystery — it is a symbol of covenant faithfulness, hung in the sky as a steady, silent testimony that God keeps His promises.
The name is used widely across Spanish, Greek, Italian, and Eastern European Christian traditions and has been especially popular in Latin American families. It pairs beautifully with Marian and grace-themed middle names (Selena Grace, Selena Marie, Selena Rose).
“It shall be established for ever as the moon, and as a faithful witness in heaven.”
Why parents choose Selena today
- •Meaning ('moon') tied to the covenant language of Psalm 89
- •Familiar in Spanish, Greek, and Italian Christian traditions
- •Soft sound, natural nicknames (Lena, Ena, Sel)
What does Selena mean in the Bible?
Selena means "Moon; Brightness" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Selena means 'moon' in Greek. God created the moon as the 'lesser light to rule the night,' and it serves as a faithful witness in the sky. The moon reflects the sun's light, just as believers are called to reflect the light of Christ in a darkened world.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Selena?
Selena is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Moon; Brightness" — not because Scripture names anyone Selena.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Selena?
Selena has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
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Which books of the Bible mention Selena?
Selena is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Selena?
Selena represents reflected glory — shining with Christ's light in the darkest hours, as the moon reflects the sun.
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Selena name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Selena does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Moon; Brightness", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Selena.
Selena means "Moon; Brightness." It is a Greek name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Moon; Brightness" — runs right through the Bible.
Greek. Selena comes into English from Greek and carries the sense "Moon; Brightness." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Selena
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Selena?
Yes. The complete King James Bible is available as a free PDF download — all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, ready to read offline or print. No sign-up required.
Where can I read the full biblical context for Selena?
You can read every verse where Selena appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.