Selah
s(e)-lah
US Popularity:739
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Boulder; Rock; Cliff
Selah is a gender-neutral name of Hebrew origin and is a variation of the Hebrew word Sela, meaning “rock,” “boulder,” or "cliff." However, this particular spelling of Selah is used in the Hebrew Bible 74 times and its meaning isn’t exactly known. Some research suggests that it’s a reading instruction or musical mark similar to expressions like amen and hallelujah, but no one is 100% sure. Because of the wide variety of meanings and connotations associated with Selah, it has become a baby name irrespective of gender, a perfect title for the new constant in your life.
Selah Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Selah is currently #370 on The Bump
Boy:Selah is currently #271 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Selah is currently #214 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Selah is currently #739 in U.S. births
Boy:Selah is currently #20893 in U.S. births
Girl:Selah is currently #743 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#743
in 2022
+ 41
from 2021
Sources
Abarim Publications, Selah meaning
Abarim Publications, Sela meaning
Behind the Name, Sela, December 2022
Merriam-Webster, selah, interjection
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