Selva
Girl nameSelva has been given to 54 babies in the U.S. since 1934. It peaked in 1937.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
54
Peak year
1937 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1934
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Selva — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Selva.
Sibling name ideas for Selva
Same era and popularity as Selva, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Selva?
Selva has been given to 54 babies in the U.S. since 1934. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Selva peak?
Selva peaked in 1937, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Selva a girl or boy name?
Selva is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Selva are girls).
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