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Selu

Girl name · Native American

Meaningcorn · Cherokee

Selu is a Native American girl name meaning “corn”, with Cherokee roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.

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Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Selu

Selu is a girl name of Native American origin meaning “corn”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Selu at school.

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Questions about the name Selu

What does the name Selu mean?

Selu means “corn” and comes from Cherokee. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Maize (“corn”) and Humita (“shelled corn”).

What is the origin of the name Selu?

Selu is Native American in origin, and its meaning traces back to Cherokee. Other Native American names to consider are Savannah (“treeless plain”), Dakota (“friend, ally”), Winona (“firstborn daughter”) and Nayla (“achiever, winner”).

Is Selu a boy or girl name?

Selu is a girl name.

What names are similar to Selu?

If you like Selu, you might also like Maize and Humita.

What should I know before naming my baby Selu?

Selu is a Native American girl name meaning “corn”, with Cherokee roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.