Salina
Salina: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Salina
- A female given name.
Etymology
Uncertain, possibly a variant of, or a coinage inspired by, Selina. The place name seems an unlikely source.
How popular is Salina?
Since 1880, 7,239 girls in the U.S. have been named Salina. Its highest rank for girls was #495 in 1977. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Salina
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Salina
Names that peaked around the same time as Salina and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Salina FAQ
What does the name Salina mean?
A female given name. Uncertain, possibly a variant of, or a coinage inspired by, Selina. The place name seems an unlikely source.
How popular is the name Salina?
Since 1880, 7,239 girls in the U.S. have been named Salina. Its highest rank for girls was #495 in 1977. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Salina a boy or girl name?
Salina is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,239 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.