Selim
boy name#2604 in 2025Selim entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #1871 in 2017, ranks #2604 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
#2604
rank today
#1871
peak (2017)
50
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4731 |
| 1980s | #6159 |
| 1990s | #7524 |
| 2000s | #6181 |
| 2010s | #2890 |
| 2020s | #2443 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Selim has been most popular in NY, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Selim are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Selim is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Selim in 2025?
- Selim ranks #2604 among US boy names in 2025, with 50 babies given the name.
- When was the name Selim most popular?
- Selim peaked in 2017, reaching #1871 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Selim with classmates?
- Selim will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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