Selia
Fact sheet
- Name
- Selia
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Selia is a variant of the name Celia, which has its origin in the Roman family Caelius (Cælĭus). The translation of the name is 'the heavenly one' or 'from the ancient family of the Cecilians'.
What does the name Selia mean?
As a variant of Celia, the name Selia has its roots in the Roman family name Caelius (Cælĭus). The meaning of the name is 'the heavenly one' or 'from the ancient family of the Cecilians'. The origin of the term lies in the Latin word caelum (cælum), which means 'the sky', 'the third world', 'paradise', and 'the universe'. The more common spelling 'Celia' comes from Spain and France. Other variants include Seila, Cellina, Celita, Celi, Celie, and Celija.
Where does the name Selia come from?
The name Selia has ancient Greek roots and means 'the heavenly one'.
How do you pronounce Selia?
Phonetically and in pronunciation, Selia appears as a two- to three-syllable name that sounds gentle and flowing. In German pronunciation, the name is usually rendered as 'Se-li-a' [ˈzeːli̯a]. It begins with a clear, elongated e-sound that signals openness. The following i-glide movement brings a soft melody to the name. The open ending with -a gives it warmth and expansiveness. Overall, Selia conveys a harmonious, feminine impression – lightly swinging, friendly, and sonically balanced.
When is the name day of Selia?
The name days for Selia are January 31, March 19, and October 21.
Popularity
In Germany, Selia is a common first name and currently ranks 3,210th in the list of the most popular female first names. Its best placement was in 2019 at 1,565th. In the last ten years, Selia has been given as a first name about 110 times, placing it 2,402nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,996th.
Nicknames & pet names
Eli / Lia / Sela / Seli / Selineschka / Selunia / Selunka / Sisi
Frequently asked questions about the name Selia
What is the origin of the name Selia?
The name Selia has ancient Greek roots and is derived from the Latin word 'caelum', which means 'the sky', 'paradise', or 'the universe'.
What does the name Selia mean?
Selia means 'the heavenly one' and is a variant of the name Celia, which is also associated with the Cecilian family.
How popular is the name Selia?
The name Selia is known in various countries, especially in English- and Spanish-speaking areas, but is not very widespread, giving it a certain uniqueness.